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Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN

Lampasas Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

#Per Diem #SLP #Long Term Care #Person-Centered Care #SNF #Speech-Language Pathologist #Texas License #Restorative Nursing #Cognition #Swallowing #AAC #ASHA Certification

Part Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago

Location

Lampasas, Texas

Quick overview

The Speech-Language Pathologist will evaluate residents' swallowing or cognitive deficits, develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve independence, and provide necessary therapy assessments and training to residents and caregivers. Responsibilities also include coordinating diagnostic swallowing procedures and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess an active/valid Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology and current ASHA Certification, maintaining good standing with all regulatory agencies. Experience in SNF/Long term care is preferred, along with current knowledge of treatment practices.

ConfidentialityClinical DocumentationTechnical SkillsIndividualized Treatment PlansNet Health Electronic Documentation SystemLong Term Care ExperienceASHA CertificationAugmentative And Alternative CommunicationSwallowing EvaluationSNF ExperienceMBSS CoordinationFEES Coordination

Job description

We have an amazing opportunity for a Per Diem (PRN) Speech Language Pathologist!

We are looking for a SLP to join our in-house team of outstanding professionals that service our residents through person-centered care to achieve positive outcomes!

SLP Responsibilities

Evaluate Residents conditions for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
Help Residents in their goals to improve Cognition or Swallowing
Education for Residents and Caregivers
Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments as well as develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase client’s independence and functioning.
Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders.
Provide training and education to clients, family, caregivers, and other professionals as a subject matter expert.
Coordinate and collaborate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician.
Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current Speech Therapy standards of practice.
Communicate changes in resident’s condition.
Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation.
Respond to family requests and concerns timely.
Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff.
Assure resident abuse or neglect does not occur.
Observe confidentiality and safeguards for all patient information.
Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.

SLP Skills

SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
Current knowledge of treatment practices
Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.
Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.

SLP Requirements

Active/Valid Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology
Current ASHA Certification
In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards

Career Advantages

In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!
New Grads welcome to apply!
Competitive Compensation!
Flexible Schedules!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.