Speech-Language Pathologist

Position Summary:A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) will evaluate and treat residents/patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines. They will evaluate the resident's/patient's speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency and develop treatment plans. They will treat the residents/patients based on a physician's treatment planEssential FunctionsScreens and evaluates patients/residents and develops appropriate care plan.Under a physician's direction, provides direct patient/resident treatment based on established plan of care.Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and/or swallowing or cognitive problems.Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.Instructs residents/patients, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.Completes required forms and clinical records in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.Documents in patient records in an accurate and timely manner.Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.Provides comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility setting.Works collaboratively with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team-working environment.Maintains resident/patient privacy pursuant to HIPAA.Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesCurrent knowledge of effective speech therapy techniques.Familiarity with clinical needs of geriatric population.Strong clinical capabilities.RequirementsQualificationsEducation:Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology required.Licenses/Certification:Current license in Speech Language Therapy as required by state law.Valid CPR certification required.Experience: