Geriatric SLP — Dysphagia & Communication Specialist

NORTH EAST MEDICAL SERVICES; San Francisco, San Jose (CA, CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

NORTH EAST MEDICAL SERVICES is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders for participants in the PACE program in San Francisco, CA. The SLP will work within an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans and promote functional independence for frail older adults.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, direct therapy, progress monitoring, and collaborative care planning.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current California SLP license.
• Current BLS and First Aid required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language and swallowing assessments (clinical and instrumental as appropriate).
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on participant goals and interdisciplinary care plans.
• Provide direct therapy for speech and language disorders, cognitive-communication impairments, and dysphagia.
• Monitor participant progress and adjust treatment interventions accordingly.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Educate participants, caregivers, and staff on communication strategies and safe swallowing techniques.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.
• May provide home visits and home health as needed.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

California SLP license

Job description

NORTH EAST MEDICAL SERVICES is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders for participants in the PACE program in San Francisco, CA. The SLP will work within an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans and promote functional independence for frail older adults.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, direct therapy, progress monitoring, and collaborative care planning.