Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

A great Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) is looking for an experienced, hard-working Speech Language Pathologist to join their growing team in Palm Desert , CA. The Speech Language Pathologist performs comprehensive evaluation and treatment as prescribed by a physician, to improve or restore a patient’s ability to function independently.He/she willplan, organize, develop, and administer speech therapy services to ensure safe and effective treatment plans for patients. Job Description Provides treatment programs to maximize speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities within each patient’s structural or functional limitations Utilizing appropriate evaluation tools and completing accurate evaluations. Supervising Clinical Fellow and other SLPs in direct patient care and patient related activities. Writing specific, objective documentation, which is outcome oriented and details the patient’s needs, potential to benefit from treatment, and progress achieved to date. Includes specific, objective measurable goals. Managing Medicare Medical Review and Denials process in conjunction with Director of Rehabilitation and therapy staff Qualifications Availability to work full-time as a Licensed Speech Language Pathologist ( S LP ) in California. Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited Speech Therapy program. Knowledge in Speech-Language Pathology evaluation and treatment as they relate to medically based speech, language, and swallowing disorders. Ability to supervise and direct assistants and aides. Knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to work with all types and levels of staff and patients. Experience in a skilled nursing facility CPR certified Additional Information Looking for a change in settings? Maybe you know someone who is looking for a new position. We encourage you to apply. For more details on this position, please contact Teuila Palm with 1 Legacy Healthcare Recruiters at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Thank you have a great day #J-18808-Ljbffr