Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

Come join our team and start making a difference!

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for providing rehabilitative therapy to patients upon referral for communication, cognitive and/or swallowing disorders following all regulatory and clinical practice requirements. This includes recovery, improvement in function and when possible, a return to a prior level of functioning. Clinical documentation will describe objective measures and justification for continued or discontinued services.

Pay: $40.00 - 50.00/hr. based on experience

This position reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services.

The Perks:

• A FUN, family atmosphere!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Sponsorship Programs
• Mentorship and Training
• 401(k) with Matching Contributions
• Dependent Care & Public Transportation FSAs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Cell Phone, Movie Ticket, & other discounts

Apply Today!

Our facility follows the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' COVID-19 vaccination requirement. The regulation requires all facility employees and contractors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to be granted an exemption based on an approved request for a medical or religious exemption.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate full-time Speech Therapist to join our supportive team in a welcoming nursing home environment. Whether you're an experienced professional or completing your Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY), we welcome you to grow your career with us.

Pay: $40- $50/hr. pay is based on experience

Hours: Monday-Friday

Responsibilities

• Effectively screens/evaluates patients and/ with communication, cognitive or swallowing disorders and develops appropriate plan of care following all regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Provides rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with communication, cognitive and/or swallowing disorders per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Assesses patient's progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of early intervention practices and building caseloads.
• Experience working in long term care
• Knowledge of PCC is a plus
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Compassionate approach towards patient care with a focus on improving quality of life.