Impactful SLP for Skilled Nursing and Swallowing Care

Infinite Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Clove Lakes Health Care and Rehabilitation Center seeks a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to deliver diagnostic and therapeutic services for residents with swallowing or communication impairments. You will work with an interdisciplinary team, document care, and participate in care planning and policy development.

The role requires a state license, ASHA CCC-SLP (or eligible), and proficiency with EMR systems.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of practice.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech (ASHA) or equivalent/candidate in process for certification.
• Solid computer skills; EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' functional needs as referred by physician or inter-disciplinary team.
• Follow physician orders and facility policies to evaluate and treat residents and document care.
• Assist in discharge planning when appropriate.
• Provide treatment to maintain or improve communication and/or swallowing function.
• Educate residents or caregivers for ongoing communication and swallowing health.
• Maintain timely resident reports as required by regulatory agencies.

Skills

EMR experience

Education

Licensed SLP (state license)

ASHA CCC-SLP or equivalent

Eligibility for ASHA exam

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Clove Lakes Health Care and Rehabilitation Center seeks a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to deliver diagnostic and therapeutic services for residents with swallowing or communication impairments. You will work with an interdisciplinary team, document care, and participate in care planning and policy development.

The role requires a state license, ASHA CCC-SLP (or eligible), and proficiency with EMR systems.