What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) position at Aspire Senior Living?
Position: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location: Aspire Senior Living Excelsior Springs - Excelsior Springs, MO
Shifts: PRN
Aspire Senior Living Excelsior Springs is dedicated to resident-focused care provider to deliver the highest quality personal care service in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We are currently seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Responsibilities:
Location: Aspire Senior Living Excelsior Springs - Excelsior Springs, MO
Shifts: PRN
Aspire Senior Living Excelsior Springs is dedicated to resident-focused care provider to deliver the highest quality personal care service in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We are currently seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Responsibilities:
- Assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services
- Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
- Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
- Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients
- Document and record the patients’ condition
- Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
- Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
- Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
- Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
- Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
- Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
- Must have a valid professional license and registration.
- Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.