Rumford Hospital·Rumford, Maine
The role involves diagnosing speech, language, or swallowing disorders and providing direct, one-on-one Speech Therapy intervention and consultation to patients across all ages. Responsibilities include treating patients according to acceptable principles of Speech/Language Therapy and collaborating as part of the healthcare team for comprehensive care.
Overview Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.
Flexible Schedule (PRN) Opportunity! Supervision provided for completion of a CFY! Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Speech Therapist to join the Rumford Hospital Therapy Services team! The Opportunity: This position makes a direct positive impact on Maine's Western Foothills community by providing one-on-one Speech Therapy services to patients of all ages. Contribute to Central Maine Healthcare’s commitment to affordable, world-class care while receiving professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Rumford Region: A beautiful, rural area, the town is located in west-central Maine’s Oxford County and is surrounded by forests, mountains, rivers, and lakes. This area boasts many recreational opportunities for boating, swimming and fishing; and it’s also home to the largest waterfall east of Niagara. The business district of the town is located on “The Island” located between the Androscoggin River and the canals. The Island features restaurants and retail stores. What You’ll Do Diagnoses speech/language or swallowing disorders/delays Provides intervention/consultations for patients who demonstrate disorders/delays in speech, language, communication and/or swallowing. Provides treatment and instruction to patients according to acceptable principles and practices of Speech/Language Therapy. Follows acceptable principles/practices of the American Speech Language Hearing Association. Provides care to inpatient adult and geriatric patients, outpatient pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Assist patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities Collaborate as a member of the healthcare team for the provision of comprehensive patient care. Consistent with training and competency review, provides care to Inpatient pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Maintains training and competency as applicable in regulatory requirements such as JCAHO (if applicable), and state and federal regulations and standards. Coordinate, delegate and supervise responsibilities assigned to assistants, aides, etc. Skills and Attributes for Success Flexibility, organization and ability to function in a fast-paced environment. High level of professionalism. Ability to identify and respectfully address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Ability to meet current documentation standards and policies in a timely fashion. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Strong written and verbal skills. Basic computer skills. Requirements and Qualifications for the Position Current Maine Licensure in Speech Pathology. Obtain or eligible for Clinical Competence Certificate through the American Speech Language, Hearing Association. Current BCLS certification. If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application! Employment Status Per Diem Shift Variable Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Candidates must possess current Maine Licensure in Speech Pathology and either hold or be eligible for the Clinical Competence Certificate through ASHA, along with current BCLS certification. Essential attributes include flexibility, organization, professionalism, and the ability to communicate effectively in English.
Market context
In Maine, inpatient speech and hearing roles are typically driven by hospital and rehab needs for clinicians who can manage acute and post-acute communication and swallowing care. These positions are competitive because employers often look for current Maine licensure, ASHA Clinical Competence eligibility or certification, BCLS, and strong flexibility, organization, and professional communication. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm licensure and certification fit before applying.