Geriatric Speech-Language Pathologist – Full-Time/PRN

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Pelham (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Skilled Nursing team. The role involves independent evaluation and treatment of geriatric residents with a focus on functional therapy to improve their experience.

Ideal candidates hold an accredited SLP degree and TN licensure, with preferred experience in long-term care. This full-time/PRN position offers collaboration across disciplines and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of TN
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not required.
• Well versed with documentation writing.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide patient-centered treatment and care.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients that require rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with goals determined by patient capacity and tolerance.
• Document and record the patient's condition and educate patients and families in therapy methods.
• Perform duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation and ensure confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Documentation writing

Patient service

Education

Speech-Language Pathology degree

Job description

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Skilled Nursing team. The role involves independent evaluation and treatment of geriatric residents with a focus on functional therapy to improve their experience.

Ideal candidates hold an accredited SLP degree and TN licensure, with preferred experience in long-term care. This full-time/PRN position offers collaboration across disciplines and a commitment to high-quality patient care.