Speech Language Pathologist

Apple Rehab Watertown is a 110 bed skilled nursing facility located in Watertown, CT. We are the premier choice for short term rehabilitation needs. We specialize in excellent customer service, a fast pace environment and we pride ourselves on treating our residents as our own family. We are currently seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team! The Apple Rehab Difference What distinguishes Apple Rehab? We think it is our philosophy of Better Life, which operates on the premise that each patient and staff member is a special individual with unique thoughts, ideas and experiences. It is the quality of the relationships between our staff and patients that make Apple Rehab a better place to live and work. Apple Rehab is a best-in-class provider of short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. We seek to attract and retain the best employees; in turn we offer a competitive salary and first-rate benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance as well as paid time off, 401(k) and much more. Job Title Speech Language Pathologist Reports to Rehabilitation Director General Purpose Provides quality resident care to enable the resident to achieve and maintain the maximum level of functional ability while maintaining positive level of interaction with facility and resident. Qualifications Graduate of accredited SLP school, has CCC or is in CFY, and eligible for licensure Prior long-term care experience preferred Essential Job Responsibilities Working with the RD, evaluates, develops, organizes and implements resident care programs through the utilization of selected ST procedures in individual and group sessions. Manages caseload in all areas of identifying residents through screening process and scheduling treatment individually or in groups while maintaining productivity expectations. Instructs resident, family, and caregivers in ST to be continued upon discharge. Adheres to PPS guidelines, ensures all ST documentation/treatment conforms to documentation/billing policies and procedures. Working with RD, provides oversight and direction of techs and assists in the supervision and education of affiliating students. Assists in the assurance that the physical surroundings and equipment are sanitary, orderly and free from conditions that may cause safety hazards. Complies with ethical, regulatory, procedural and professional standards and practice guidelines. Residents’ Rights Functions . Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy. Fosters feelings of self worth and respect by treating residents with kindness and understanding. Knows and complies with Residents’ Bill of Rights. Reports all grievances and resident complaints to administrator and/or Director of Nursing immediately. Physical Requirements Good physical and mental health. Some lifting, fine hand eye coordination, and good hearing acuity is involved. Visual and hearing acuity to detect changes in residents’ conditions and respond to pages. Ability to communicate with residents, families, staff, co-workers, medical personnel, regulatory agencies and consultants. Other Job Functions Maintains own professional competence as well as learning new creative trends in ST treatment through participation in continuing education, seminars and training programs. Attends all mandatory in-services. #J-18808-Ljbffr