Speech Therapist - Per Diem

Position Overview

Oakwood Village has an exciting opportunity for qualified candidates to join our University Woods (West Side of Madison) and Prairie Ridge (East Side of Madison) senior living community facility team as a Speech Therapist. Our Speech Therapist is responsible for the implementation of treatment programs and follow-up to maximize each resident’s ability to function independently in their activities of daily living. Responsibilities include evaluations, assessments, program planning, implementation, follow-up and case management.

MISSION STATEMENT

We are Called to serve a thriving community where seniors live with dignity, connection and purpose.

CORE VALUES

Fully embraces a culture of hospitality and teamwork by living the Oakwood Core Values:

• Compassion: We care deeply about the people we serve and the people we work with on a daily basis. We work together to help one another.
• Faith: We have a commitment to remain true to the vision and mission of Oakwood.
• Inclusion: We include everyone. We welcome opinions and strive to consider different perspectives to create fair, welcoming, and accessible experiences for all.
• Integrity: We work to be transparent and fair. We act with honor and respect for our residents, their families, and our co-workers.
• Dedication: We care about the people we serve and work with on a daily basis. We are dedicated to providing superior service to one another and our community.
  
  

Essential Responsibilities of a Speech Therapist (Not intended to be an all-inclusive list):

• Assess resident’s needs; selects, administers and interprets appropriate evaluation procedures.
• Supervises the planning and implementation of individual resident speech therapy treatment programs; assures treatment programs are modified as needed.
• Maintains appropriate documentation per regulatory guidelines. Prepares and submits all clinical billing in a timely manner.
• Communicates any identification of inadequate inventory of speech therapy supplies and equipment to regular staff.
• Ensures representation at resident related meetings.
• Communicates speech therapy philosophy and treatment approaches and goals to residents, families, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
  
  

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS For a Speech Therapist

• Excellent communication skills to include: written, oral, public speaking, listening and nonverbal. Communication should be in a positive spirit.
• Works independently with little supervision and is sensitive to the needs of many constituents. Uses sound judgment and diplomacy in performance of duties.
• Efficiently plans, organizes, and prioritizes work.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of individual and group activities.
• Working knowledge of reimbursement sources, Medicare A (PPS), Medicare B, Medicaid and private insurance.
  
  

Education/Training/Experience

• Graduate of an accredited university with a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Must have a current licensure in the State of Wisconsin.
• Team Lead/management experience preferred.
• Minimum of two years experience preferred.
• Long-term care experience a plus.
  
  

The Speech Therapist position is Per Diem which may include weekends and holidays.