Geriatric Speech-Language Pathologist | Patient-Centered Care

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Twin Lakes (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team. The SLP will assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and develop a treatment program with goals tailored to each patient, under physician direction.

Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, conducting evaluations, and educating patients and families in therapy methods. Florida licensure and experience in geriatric care are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Valid FL state license and registration.
• Experience with long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and record-keeping.
• Evaluations, progress notes, recertification and discharge documents.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Demonstrates exceptional patient service and clinical excellence.
• Punctual, professional, and adheres to schedules.
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPAA and Residents' Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct care.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient’s capacity and tolerance under physician direction.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for patients and document progress.
• Educate patients and families in appropriate therapy methods.
• Perform all duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation with confidentiality compliance.

Skills

Licensure

Documentation

Patient care

Professionalism

Punctuality

Confidentiality

Education

SLP degree

Job description

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team. The SLP will assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and develop a treatment program with goals tailored to each patient, under physician direction.

Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, conducting evaluations, and educating patients and families in therapy methods. Florida licensure and experience in geriatric care are preferred.