Geriatric Speech Language Pathologist - Rehab Specialist

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Manhasset Hills (NY); On-site; USD 37,195,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Job summary

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for sub-acute rehab. The role involves assessing patients, developing treatment plans, and documenting progress under physician direction.

Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, writing progress notes and discharge documents, and collaborating with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care. NY state licensure and experience in long-term or geriatric care are preferred, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of NY.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not required.
• Well versed with documentation writing.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals based on patient capacity.
• Document and educate patients and families in therapy methods.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to improve patient life and function.

Skills

NY license

Geriatric care experience

Documentation skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Accredited Speech-Language Pathology program

Job description

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for sub-acute rehab. The role involves assessing patients, developing treatment plans, and documenting progress under physician direction.

Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, writing progress notes and discharge documents, and collaborating with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care. NY state licensure and experience in long-term or geriatric care are preferred, with a focus on