What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist position at Vestracare?
Speech Therapist
SHIFT: Full-time
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Speech Language Pathologist will evaluate all patients/residents admitted to the facility and will recommend, in writing, to the attending physician a rehabilitation program if indicated. Upon receipt of the physician’s orders, the Speech Language Pathologist will be responsible for the implementation of services and programs concerning speech language, communication and swallow disorders.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work under the Director of Speech/Language Pathology to provide speech therapy to the residents
- Assist in screening, evaluating, and treatment of residents by comprehensive care planning
- Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents (ie. physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in planning and delivering care.
- Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to care for and treat residents with the following needs: dysphagia, neuro disease, infectious disease and cognitive deficits, if applicable.
- Recommends in writing to the attending physician a rehabilitation program, if indicated.
- Upon receipt of physician’s orders, implement services and programs related to speech/swallow therapy.
- Conducts patient/resident evaluations, creates short and long term Speech Language Pathology goals, assesses rehabilitation potential, and develops and implements a treatment plan.
- The Speech Language Pathologist will adhere to patient/resident Bill of Rights, ensure compliance with ethics of profession, and all state and federal regulations as applicable
- The Speech Language Pathologist will work in concert with the interdisciplinary team through communication and collaboration in order to ensure a safe discharge at patients/resident’s highest level of function
- The Speech Language Pathologist assesses, evaluates, and performs documentation on patients/residents on a required basis.
- Attends and actively participates in all intradepartmental staff meetings.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Masters of Speech Language Pathology from a school approved by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association
- Preferred: Masters of Speech Language Pathology plus 1 year of experience in a long-term care facility
- Experience: Minimum: Newly licensed Speech Language Pathologist
- Preferred: 2-3 years of experience working in a skilled nursing facility
- Licensure: Valid New York State Speech Language Pathology Licensure, ASHA CC
BENEFITS:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Apply today to become part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care in a welcoming environment for residents, families, and staff!
