Full-Time SLP - Skilled Nursing Impact in Fort Smith

The Springs; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Collaborative work environment

Meaningful resident impact

Job summary

The Springs in Fort Smith, AR seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to assess and treat residents with communication, swallowing, and cognitive needs in a skilled nursing setting. You will coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to create and execute individualized treatment plans and document progress.

Required are a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology and an active Arkansas license, along with knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Arkansas license required.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' communication, swallowing, and cognitive abilities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address residents' speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Provide speech language pathology services to residents in skilled nursing facilities.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Document resident progress and maintain accurate records.
• Stay current with industry developments and best practices in speech language pathology.

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

The Springs in Fort Smith, AR seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to assess and treat residents with communication, swallowing, and cognitive needs in a skilled nursing setting. You will coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to create and execute individualized treatment plans and document progress.

Required are a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology and an active Arkansas license, along with knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid guidelines.