Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist – Geriatric Rehab

Oasis Rehab and Nursing; East Moriches (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Oasis Rehabilitation and Nursing in New York is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for a per diem role. The SLP will assess patients and provide direct care to determine rehabilitation potential under physician direction.

Responsibilities include establishing and administering a treatment plan, setting realistic goals, documenting patient status, educating patients and families, and collaborating with all disciplines to ensure patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for the state of NY.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.
• Well versed with documentation writing.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentation.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide the best patient-centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence.
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and provide direct patient care to assess medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals under the direction of the Physician.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for patients, document and record the patient's condition, and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation writing

Collaboration with disciplines

Punctual and professional

Education

Accredited SLP program or university

Job description

Oasis Rehabilitation and Nursing in New York is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for a per diem role. The SLP will assess patients and provide direct care to determine rehabilitation potential under physician direction.

Responsibilities include establishing and administering a treatment plan, setting realistic goals, documenting patient status, educating patients and families, and collaborating with all disciplines to ensure patient-centered care.