What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN Weekends position at Serenity Oaks Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital?
Overview
Join our healthcare team as a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist, where your expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults. In this flexible role, you’ll provide specialized speech therapy services across an Inpatient Rehabilitation setting. Your passion for patient care, combined with your knowledge of physiology and anatomy, will help individuals overcome communication challenges and improve their quality of life. This position offers the opportunity to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional care.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify speech, language, and swallowing disorders using medical terminology and standardized evaluation tools
- Develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, including early intervention strategies for children and therapy for geriatric patients
- Deliver engaging speech therapy sessions through in-person or telehealth platforms, utilizing telehealth experience to maximize accessibility and effectiveness
- Collaborate closely with educators, caregivers, and healthcare providers to ensure cohesive patient care and progress monitoring
- Maintain accurate documentation within EMR/EHR systems, including progress notes, treatment updates, and patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations
- Educate patients and their families on exercises, techniques, and strategies to support ongoing communication improvement at home or school
- Stay current with advancements in speech therapy practices, physiology knowledge, and working with individuals with disabilities to enhance service quality
Requirements
- Valid state licensure or certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) or equivalent credential
- Strong background in pediatrics and early intervention programs; experience working with geriatric patients is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to perform patient assessment accurately using anatomy knowledge and understanding of physiology
- Familiarity with medical terminology relevant to speech-language pathology and patient care documentation standards
- Experience delivering telehealth therapy sessions effectively; proficiency with EMR/EHR systems is essential
- Passion for working with individuals with disabilities across diverse age groups; excellent communication skills are vital
Join us in empowering individuals through expert speech therapy services! This PRN role offers flexibility, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to positively impact lives every day.
Experience:
- Inpatient Rehab Hospital: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) (Required)
Work Location: In person