Speech Language Pathologist

Job Summary:(Per-Diem)

Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) work to prevent, assess,diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication,cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in a senior care environment. New Per Diem hourly pay rate.

Responsibilities andDuties:

• Screens and evaluates patientsassigned per MD orders and as indicated, and establishes appropriate Plan ofCare and goals that meet the specific needs of the individual.

• Diagnoses patients and developstreatment plans for swallowing, speech, language, fluency, or voice impairments.

• Develops individual and/or groupactivities and/or programs to manage speech, language or swallowing problems.

• Providestraining and education to staff, family, and caregivers as indicated.

• Observes and records patient'sprogress, response to treatment and limitations and maintains this informationin electronic medical record.

• Completesrequired documentation at point of service.

• Reports to Director ofRehabilitation/designee on patients' progress and discharge recommendations.

• Attends and reports accurately apatient's status at weekly UR meeting and interdisciplinary care plan meeting.

• Screens all residents in facilityon a quarterly basis, to identify those who have experienced declines in theirfunctional abilities and determine if Speech Therapy intervention is indicated.

• Re-assesses patients and completesUpdated Plan of Care as indicated on initial evaluation, in order to determineneed for continued services or discontinuation of services based on patientprogress. Carry out treatment plan asindicated.

• Identifies needs for programdevelopment and implement programs according to company policies andprocedures.

• Coordinates in-services forfacility staff as need is determined, to ensure safe and effective carry overfor patient care.

Qualifications:

• Education:Graduate of an accredited therapy program

• Licenses/Certifications:Current Speech Therapist New Jersey State license

• ASHAcertification

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