Geriatric Speech Therapist for Patient-Centered Rehab

Sandstone Post Acute; Bryan (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandstone Post Acute in Topeka, KS is seeking a compassionate Speech Therapist to join our skilled nursing facility. You will provide comprehensive speech, language and swallowing therapy to residents, helping improve communication and quality of life.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and state licensure, with preference for experience in long-term care. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and coordinate with physicians, families and staff to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited university.
• Current state licensure in the state practicing.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with residents, families and staff.
• Familiarity with local, state and federal guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to the company guidelines, professional standards and community needs.
• Provides professional treatment while using therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with speech, language, hearing, oral motor, swallowing and cognitive disorders.
• Plans activities and provides therapeutic services for speech and language disorders.
• Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current prospective patients; participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.
• Perform patient evaluations and develop treatment plan, including short-term and long-term goals, consistent with physician orders and appropriate for the patient’s overall medical condition.
• Carry out patient care plans or portions thereof, determining appropriate progression of patients within real of the established care plan.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

Master’s in SLP

High school diploma

State licensure

Job description

Sandstone Post Acute in Topeka, KS is seeking a compassionate Speech Therapist to join our skilled nursing facility. You will provide comprehensive speech, language and swallowing therapy to residents, helping improve communication and quality of life.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and state licensure, with preference for experience in long-term care. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and coordinate with physicians, families and staff to