Geriatric Speech-Language Pathologist – Rehab Care

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Fort Lauderdale (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 to join our rehabilitation team. The role focuses on assessment and treatment of patients needing speech-language pathology services in a long-term care setting.

You will develop individualized therapy plans, document progress, and collaborate with physicians and other clinicians to maximize patient outcomes. Florida licensure and a strong commitment to patient-centered care are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Active FL license/registration.
• Experience with long-term care or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team.
• Professionalism and punctuality.
• HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehab services and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Set realistic goals, document patient status, and educate patients and families.
• Coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Licensed SLP

Florida license

Geriatric care experience

Documentation skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Professionalism

Education

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to join our rehabilitation team. The role focuses on assessment and treatment of patients needing speech-language pathology services in a long-term care setting.

You will develop individualized therapy plans, document progress, and collaborate with physicians and other clinicians to maximize patient outcomes. Florida licensure and a strong commitment to patient-centered care are required.