Speech Therapist/SLP (PRN)

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:

Westwood Post Acute as CMS 5-Star Rated for Quality of Resident Care US News Best Nursing Home 2022-2023 Long Term Care is located close to the cities of Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, and Milpitas. We're known to be one of the largest facilities in the Bay Area with a 258-bed capacity, making us home to top-rated healthcare professionals throughout the City of San Jose. 

Location: 1601 Petersen Ave, San Jose, CA 95129

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Our Team:

Our dedicated and professional staff possesses the strengths and talents necessary to deliver the highest quality of care consistently. Whether our residents are recovering after a hospital stay or require ongoing medical support, Westwood Post-Acute is devoted to helping them achieve their personal health and wellness goals.

Position Overview:

The Speech-Language Pathologist provides and directs all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organizations guidelines, professional standards and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current prospective patients, to all internal and external customers. Participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

• Directs and supervises the work of assistants AND students as applicable with State and Federal guidelines.

• Follows all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding one’s personal protection and patient safety.

• Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education.

• Keys information into computer systems, including EMR and rehab systems

• Supports and participates in department operations and development.

• Communicates patient status and needs to the patients, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Speech and Language Pathology.

• Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.

• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources. 

• Full knowledge of resident’s rights.

• Current, active license as Speech Pathologist, and is able to practice unencumbered.

• CPR Certification, as required for license renewal.

• Experience in long term care preferred

• Able to work on multiple tasks at the same time. 

What We Offer (Full-Time):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.

• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.

• Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.

• 401(k) retirement savings.

• Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Paid orientation and training programs.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Schedule: Open to Full Time and PRN opportunities. This role offers a flexible schedule and is also open to SLP-CFY.