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About the Role

Responsible for the planning and implementation of Speech-Language Pathology evaluation and treatment services. Evaluates communication disorders and administers therapy treatments for resident/patient problems associated with hearing, speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders. Maintains records, monitors progress, and counsels residents or patients and their family members.

Responsibilities

• Administer and directly apply Speech/Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician.
• Evaluate, assess, plan, direct, and treat all residents or patients referred for speech/language pathology services.
• Interpret test results in accordance with standard speech/language procedures.
• Re-evaluate patients as appropriate and implement new treatment plans and goals as necessary.
• Implement treatments to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury.
• Participate in multidisciplinary consultations.
• Participate in performance improvement and CQI activities within the department.
• Complete continuing education and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements.
• Provide information related to departmental budget considerations for Speech Pathology needs.
• Assist in scheduling patient or resident visits for further evaluation and treatment.
• Ensure all documentation and charts are complete.
• Participate in infection control, safety, and educational programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of a college/university accredited by the American Speech and Hearing Association with a degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with patients and medical staff.
• Excellent assessment skills to make accurate prognosis of patient potential.
• Proficient with MS Office and Epic/EMR software.
• Prior experience in a long-term care facility working as a Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) is preferred.

Skills

• Speech-Language Pathology
• Communication skills
• Assessment skills
• MS Office
• Epic/EMR software

Work Type

• Full-Time

Education Level

• Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Salary/Compensations

• $31 - $54 Hourly

Equal Opportunity

• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
• Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.