Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist – Growth & Benefits

Apploi; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to join a skilled nursing facility. The role involves evaluating and treating residents with communication and swallowing disorders to enhance quality of life and functional abilities.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team, develop individualized treatment plans, and document progress and outcomes, while staying up-to-date with standards and regulations in speech therapy.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in a skilled nursing facility.
• Knowledge of current speech therapy practice standards and regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' communication and swallowing abilities using standardized assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results, resident goals, and physician orders.
• Provide skilled speech therapy interventions, including articulation and language therapy, cognitive-communication therapy, and swallowing therapy.
• Monitor and document resident progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and ensure optimal outcomes for residents.
• Educate residents and family members on speech therapy goals, treatment plans, and home exercise programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of speech therapy services provided.
• Participate in team meetings, in-service education, and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (LSP) - CA

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Apploi is seeking a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to join a skilled nursing facility. The role involves evaluating and treating residents with communication and swallowing disorders to enhance quality of life and functional abilities.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team, develop individualized treatment plans, and document progress and outcomes, while staying up-to-date with standards and regulations in speech therapy.