Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) FT
Core
Evaluates and treats residents to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence; develops individualized treatment plans and educates families on care strategies.
Role type
Staff Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Builds
Individualized treatment plans and rehabilitation programs for residents
Domain
Healthcare / Rehabilitation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Speech therapy evaluation, treatment plan development, resident care, interdisciplinary communication, documentation, infection control, equipment handling, home exercise programming
Preferred skills
Master's or Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology, state licensure, CPR certification
Technologies
Net Health, Point Click Care
Responsibilities
Evaluate residents for speech therapy needs, implement treatment plans to improve functional independence, supervise clinical fellows and students, communicate with physicians and families regarding progress, conduct in-services for staff, maintain compliant documentation, educate residents on safety and aspiration prevention, recommend durable medical equipment
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC