Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist | Skilled Nursing

IEP Corp; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits

Professional growth

Job summary

Santa Clarita Post-Acute in Newhall is seeking a per diem Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with communication and swallowing disorders to help them improve their quality of life and functional abilities.

You will conduct assessments, create individualized plans, deliver articulation, language, cognitive-communication and swallowing therapy, document progress, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists while educating residents and families.

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.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in using electronic medical records and other healthcare software.

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.
• Maintain current knowledge of speech therapy practice and relevant regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation (EMR)

Education

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - CA

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Santa Clarita Post-Acute in Newhall is seeking a per diem Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with communication and swallowing disorders to help them improve their quality of life and functional abilities.

You will conduct assessments, create individualized plans, deliver articulation, language, cognitive-communication and swallowing therapy, document progress, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists while educating residents and families.