What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist position at Accela Healthcare?
Accela Rehab & Care Center at Somerton
Address: 650 Edison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Now Hiring: Speech Therapist
Are you passionate about helping others improve their communication and swallowing abilities? We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Speech Therapist to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team.
Responsibilities:
Apply today, and let’s do something meaningful together!
Address: 650 Edison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Now Hiring: Speech Therapist
Are you passionate about helping others improve their communication and swallowing abilities? We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Speech Therapist to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team.
Responsibilities:
- Assess residents with speech, language, communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to meet residents' needs.
- Provide therapy services aimed at improving communication skills and swallowing function.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and rehabilitation team members to achieve the best possible outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with facility and regulatory requirements.
- Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapy goals and progress.
- Current Speech Therapist license/certification in the state of practice.
- Degree from an accredited Speech Therapy or Speech-Language Pathology program.
- Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Apply today, and let’s do something meaningful together!