What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist SLP position at Avondale Health and Rehabilitation Center?
Avondale Health and Rehab is hiring for a Speech Therapist SLP to assist in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Speech Language Pathology services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be direction by Administrator, to assure the highest degree of quality resident care is always maintained.
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Status: Full-Time with flexible scheduling or Per Diem/PRN
Location: This position requires you to travel between two locations: Avondale Health and Rehab and Dyersburg Health and Rehab
Responsibilities:
To provide quality speech therapy services and initiate referrals when appropriate, in accordance with established standards of practice, therapy department procedures and productivity standards.
To evaluate and obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation
To develop a treatment plan that includes a target list, short-term, and long-term goals
Instructs patient, family, and staff in appropriate speech-language procedures to allow carry over of therapeutic remediation and goals in daily activities
To complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems
Oversight and implementation of proper protocols for FEES/MBS with coordination of site programs
Participants in screening protocols for establishing needs of residents are being met timely and with clinical excellence
Job Education & Qualifications:
Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology
Certificate of Clinical Competency
MUST have active SLP license in state(s) of practice.
Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification
Join a Team That Cares — About You and Those We Serve
Become part of a compassionate, high-performing team that celebrates your dedication and invests in your growth. We proudly support, recognize, and reward our caring professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for those entrusted to our care.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Scheduling
- Annual Performance Reviews
- Employee Appreciation Programs & Rewards
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- PTO & Holiday Pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Career Growth & Development
- Low Staff-to-Patient Ratios
- Employee Referral Program
- Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Life & Disability Insurance
- …and so much more!
Avondale Health and Rehab is committed to providing the best for our employees, benefits may vary based on the status of the employee. Pay is based on the years of experience. Please see facility for more details.
We’re an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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