What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist SLP Per Diem position at National HealthCare Corp?
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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for NHC HomeCare Vero Beach
NHC HomeCare Vero Beach is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team! The Speech-Language Pathologist supervises and participates in the application of therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with speech and language disorders, hearing disorders and oral myofunctional disorders.
Qualifications:
- Must have a master’s degree from an approved curriculum in Speech Pathology, or its equivalent.
- Must have a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SP) from the American Speech and Hearing Association or be eligible for a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
- Must be licensed in the state or states in which he/she will work.
Position Highlights:
- Directs and supervises the Communication Disorders Service Department.
- Provides evaluations and therapy as ordered by the referring physician and recommends an appropriate treatment program for the physician’s approval.
- Evaluates, plans, and carries out therapy programs, including the establishment of goals for patients as referred and approved by the physician, with periodic re-evaluations.
- Participates in the in-service training program for the HomeCare personnel.
National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.
The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.
If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.com/locations/homecare-vero-beach/
We look forward to talking with you!!
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