On-Site Speech-Language Pathologist, LTC Rehab

Search Station; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Station is recruiting a Speech-Language Pathologist for a confidential long-term care facility in Modesto, California, to join the Rehabilitation department. The SLP will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, educate families, and document care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and reporting to the Facility Rehab Director.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited SLP program, active licensure, CPR certification, and comfort with LTC settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Active license in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payment sources.
• CPR Certification.
• Long-term care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of MDS Section K (Swallowing/Nutritional Status).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of NetHealth and PCC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the work of assistants and students in accordance with State and Federal guidelines.
• Initiate evaluations per physician orders and payer authorization/guidelines.
• Develop and provide treatment plans consistent with benefit and reimbursement levels for optimal functional outcomes.
• Complete timely documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, summaries, and monthly reports.
• Educate staff, other healthcare professionals, and third-party payers on treatment benefits and functional outcomes.
• Support and participate in outpatient department operations and development.
• Achieve quality patient care through interdisciplinary co-treatment, protocols, and programs.
• Attend continuing education seminars and provide in-service training to enhance clinical and professional knowledge.
• Submit billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.
• Make appropriate referrals to other rehab team members.
• Meet or exceed productivity standard of 87% and group therapy standards.

Skills

English communication

Multitasking

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program

Tools

NetHealth

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

Search Station is recruiting a Speech-Language Pathologist for a confidential long-term care facility in Modesto, California, to join the Rehabilitation department. The SLP will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, educate families, and document care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and reporting to the Facility Rehab Director.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited SLP program, active licensure, CPR certification, and comfort with LTC settings.