Speech-Language Pathologist CFY

This Role will Cover both Gilroy Healthcare Center in Gilroy and Pacific Hills Post Acute in Morgan Hill.

The Speech Therapist CFY will provide speech and language therapy services to patients in Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation setting. This role is designed for a recent graduate completing their Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY). The therapist will assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders, developing individualized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes. Supervision and mentorship will be provided by a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).

In this Role, you will:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, voice, and swallowing functions in patients.
• Utilize standardized tests and clinical observations to diagnose disorders.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to gather relevant information.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results.
• Provide therapy for speech, language, and voice disorders, as well as swallowing difficulties.
• Use various therapeutic techniques and technologies to meet patient needs.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Educate patients and their families about communication and swallowing disorders.
• Provide training on strategies to enhance speech and language skills at home.
• Offer guidance on dietary modifications and safe swallowing techniques.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and occupational therapists.
• Participate in patient care conferences and contribute to treatment planning.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, families, and team members.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress.
• Prepare reports for healthcare providers and insurance companies as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Participate in regular supervision and mentorship sessions with a licensed SLP.
• Stay current with advancements in speech therapy practices and technique

To Be A success:

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Temporary CA state license or certification to practice as a Speech Therapist CFY.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid CA License

Gilroy Healthcare Center is a 24-hour skilled nursing facility located in Gilroy, California. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals work to help patients recover from surgery, injury, or serious illness.
As a team, we strive to exceed the expectations of those we serve, and our purpose is to provide our patients with positive rehabilitative therapy and exceptional nursing care. We want to help patients achieve their highest possible functioning level and to assist them in returning to the lowest level of care practical.