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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full-Time Opportunity
Location: Walnut Creek, California
Company: Tampico Healthcare Center
Company Slogan: "The highest standard of skilled nursing and rehab centrally located in Walnut Creek CA and within walking distance to John Muir Medical Center"
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our in-house team at Tampico Healthcare Center, a beautiful Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) in Walnut Creek, CA. Our stable and consistent caseload offers an enriching and rewarding experience.
As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for evaluating, assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders as ordered by a physician. You will ensure that the highest degree of quality care is provided to our residents at all times.
Responsibilities:
If you are a dedicated and passionate Speech Language Pathologist looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply to this fulfilling Full-Time opportunity.
Location: Walnut Creek, California
Company: Tampico Healthcare Center
Company Slogan: "The highest standard of skilled nursing and rehab centrally located in Walnut Creek CA and within walking distance to John Muir Medical Center"
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our in-house team at Tampico Healthcare Center, a beautiful Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) in Walnut Creek, CA. Our stable and consistent caseload offers an enriching and rewarding experience.
As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for evaluating, assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders as ordered by a physician. You will ensure that the highest degree of quality care is provided to our residents at all times.
Responsibilities:
- Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments and develop individualized treatment plans to increase clients' independence and functioning
- Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders
- Provide training and education to clients, family, caregivers, and other professionals as a subject matter expert
- Coordinate and collaborate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by a physician
- Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current Speech Therapy standards of practice
- Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation
- Perform screening rounds to assess for client needs and environmental safety
- Provide recommendations to the Director of Rehabilitation and other team members on opportunities for business improvement, safety concerns, or other updates
- Knowledge of current Speech Therapy practices and procedures, including laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities
- Current, active Speech Therapy License (required)
- Current ASHA certification preferred
- We welcome New Grads!
- Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology or related field
- Competitive salary of $48-$65 HOURLY
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
If you are a dedicated and passionate Speech Language Pathologist looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply to this fulfilling Full-Time opportunity.
Salary : $48 - $65