Speech Therapist

Description Build a strong Speech Language Therapy program Optimize the functionality and skills of patients Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of residents after a written order received from physician Screening of facility residents Completes all necessary documentation Attend all required meetings and in-services, including but not limited to family meetings, care plans, staffing, utilization review In conjunction with Director of Rehabilitation, develop programs appropriate to the needs of the facility residents through the continuum of care Compliant with all infection control procedures and environmental protocol while following OBRA Resident’s Rights Guidelines Provide consultation and clinical supervision to SLP-CFY Maintain valid state license and awareness of issues related to the profession of SLP and healthcare environment Responsible for appropriate scheduling of residents Facilitates and completes family and facility staff in-services and education Assist the facility in meeting standards necessary to maintain state and federal certification Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for the role and assigned by the manager/supervisor Required Skills Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations Strong time management and ability to manage caseload Physical Demands: Required to perform a variety of duties relative to the job, some of which require a moderate to heavy category of physical demand Push/Pull up to 300lbs, Standing, Sitting, Sustained Squatting, Repetitive Stooping, Trunk Twisting, Sustained Kneeling, Sustained & Repetitive Forward Reaching, Stair Climbing, Walking, Grasping, Fine Motor, Lifting. Required Experience And Qualifications Masters of Science Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Speech and Hearing Sciences State Licensure or proof of registration to complete Clinical Fellowship year in Speech Pathology followed by certification ASHA certification or proof of ASHA certification through grandfathering process Desired Skills And Experience Senior Living experience preferred PDPM knowledge Experience with therapy software/EMR Medicaid case mix knowledge #J-18808-Ljbffr