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JOB SUMMARY:
Treats residents who have been referred to the speech language pathologist by the resident’s physician on written order. Identifies residents by diagnosis or observation or staff referral who may benefit from therapy and requests orders for evaluation and treatment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a clinical rehabilitation department setting and in patient rooms where contact with staff, physicians, residents’ families and the public is required. Requires walking up to 95% of the workday. Must be capable to pushing, pulling, and moving up to 50 pounds or more. Finger dexterity is required with eye-hand coordination and vision and hearing corrected to normal range.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Reports to the Director of Therapy.
Treats patient information as confidential materials.
Maintains safety of patient and self during treatment.
Accurate and timely record keeping.
Follows nursing home policies and procedures.
Respects residents’ rights and dignity.
Reports any suspected resident abuse as required by government regulations and the nursing home policies.
Attend all required in-services and seminars.
Mandatory in-services must be met within time required.
Required to follow established policies regarding tardiness, attendance, and dress code.
Serves as a positive ambassador to Community Wellness Partners, their affiliates, residents, staff, visitors, and the community.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Work requires the knowledge of speech therapy normally acquired through an accredited University for speech therapy. New York State license to practice Speech Language Pathology. Must possess skills to effectively acquire pertinent information from patients’ charts and the patients to evaluate, implement procedures, and document the effects of treatment. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate accurately and precisely to patients and family members the instructions that may be necessary in the completion of a treatment program. Must be able to identify changes in patient conditions and be able to communicate those changes to the appropriate staff member.
Community Wellness Partners (CWP) offers the most complete continuity of health and wellness services for older adults in Oneida County. These services are provided by three wonderful local campuses, of which CWP is the parent organization of LutheranCare®, Presbyterian Homes & Services, and Preswick Glen. CWP is also a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the mission of caring for older adults by providing them the best services possible.
Full Time
$81k-96k (estimate)
04/28/2023
06/08/2024
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