Location: Waterville, ME

Start Date: 08-31-2026

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (30-minute meal break)

Hours per Week: 30

Bill Rate: $38.00 - $48.00/hour

Benefits

• Salary range: 38-48/hr
• 10% Salary placement fee
• 30 hours
• M-F
• No weekend rotation

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing assessments for residents in our 60-bed facility
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve communication and quality of life
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and caregivers to ensure holistic patient-centered care
• Accurately document patient progress and adjust therapies based on response
• Educate patients, families, and staff on communication strategies and swallowing safety

Qualifications

• Current Maine state license (or eligibility) as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred; Clinical Fellows welcomed to apply!
• Previous experience in skilled nursing or long-term care is a plus, but not required
• Passion for working with adults and geriatric populations

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong clinical knowledge of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for team collaboration
• Ability to create engaging, patient-centered therapy sessions
• Proficient with documentation and EHR systems
• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable approach

Benefits

• Agency placement fee: 10% of salary
• 30 hours per week for a flexible work-life balance
• Monday-Friday schedule with no weekend rotation
• A supportive team that values YOU

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