What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist SLP position at Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing?
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Full Time and PRN
Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is looking for a talented and motivated Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our dynamic team. The position is within a Skilled Nursing facility. Candidate should possess passion for geriatric population, must contain a license in the state of practice, be able to evaluate and treat independently without direct supervision, and posses the desire to perform functional therapeutic activities to assist residents improve in their experience.
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Responsibilities Include:
The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Speech Language Pathologist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Speech Language Pathologist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patient's condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Qualifications/Requirements:
- Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
- Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of TN
- Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
- Well versed with documentation writing
- Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
- Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
- Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
- Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
- Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
- Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
Salary - Based on Experience/ Education
an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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