Geriatric Rehab Speech-Language Pathologist

Topaz Fiscal Services; Mayo (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Topaz Fiscal Services seeks a Speech Therapist to assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and to deliver direct care under physician direction in a routine long-term care setting.

The role emphasizes evaluating functional capacity, documenting progress, and educating patients and families on therapy approaches, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited speech therapy program.
• Must hold a valid professional license and NY state registration.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs.
• Provide direct patient care to evaluate medical condition and rehab potential.
• Develop and administer treatment plans under physician direction.
• Set achievable goals aligned with patient capacity.
• Document patient status, progress, and outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Ensure confidentiality and adherence to patient rights.

Skills

Speech therapy

Geriatric care

Licensed therapist

Education

Speech Therapy degree

Job description

Topaz Fiscal Services seeks a Speech Therapist to assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and to deliver direct care under physician direction in a routine long-term care setting.

The role emphasizes evaluating functional capacity, documenting progress, and educating patients and families on therapy approaches, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient-centered care.