Per Diem SLP: Elevate Senior Speech & Swallowing Care

Aspire Senior Living East prairie; East Prairie (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Senior Living East Prairie, a skilled nursing facility in East Prairie, MO, is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our per diem team and support residents with communication and swallowing needs. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to identify and address disorders and develop personalized treatment plans.

Collaboration, education for residents and families, and precise documentation are essential, along with maintaining ASHA CCC-SLP standards and

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program.
• Clinical fellowship completed and ASHA CCC-SLP certification in Missouri.
• Experience with older adults and cognitive, speech, and swallowing disorders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders in our resident population
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including speech therapy sessions and caregiver training
• Collaborate with our interdisciplinary team to identify and address communication needs and develop strategies for improving resident communication
• Provide education and support to residents, families, and caregivers on communication and swallowing disorders
• Document treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information accurately and timely
• Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives and stay current with industry developments and best practices

Skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Independent work

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCC-SLP

Job description

Aspire Senior Living East Prairie, a skilled nursing facility in East Prairie, MO, is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our per diem team and support residents with communication and swallowing needs. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to identify and address disorders and develop personalized treatment plans.

Collaboration, education for residents and families, and precise documentation are essential, along with maintaining ASHA CCC-SLP standards and