Speech Therapist

Speech Therapist Department: Rehabilitation/Therapy Employment Type: Flexible Location: Barclays Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Description Local Skilled Nursing Facility Now seeking Speech Therapist/SLP Responsibilities/duties: Speech therapist (SLP) will work collaboratively with the therapy teams and Rehab Department Complete evaluations and all necessary documentation Provide recommendations supporting communications/assessments Provide speech therapy as outlined in treatment plans and prescriptions Offer treatments that help improve patient’s speech and/or dysphagia and overall ability to communicate Independently manage workflow which includes allotting time for treatment documentation of individual and group treatments and notes in the electronic records system Familiar with PDPM Align therapy treatments and plans with understanding of Medicaid and Medicare billing Qualifications: New Jersey SLP License Background/experience in long term care (specifically a Skilled Nursing Facility) Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities and ability levels Creative problem solving skills We offer: Great environment with supportive management team Competitive pay and generous benefits Career advancement opportunity Benefits Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance PTO #J-18808-Ljbffr