Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist SLP

Alpine Healthcare Center; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpine Healthcare Center in Keene, NH is seeking a Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with speech, swallowing, and cognitive disorders in a skilled nursing setting.

Under physician direction, you will assess patients, implement therapy plans, document progress, and educate residents, families, and staff on goals and strategies.

This per diem role features flexible scheduling and a supportive leadership team to promote work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current license in Speech Therapy as required by state law (NH).
• Certification in clinical competency.
• One-year clinical experience preferred.
• Experience with cognitive and dysphagia rehabilitation within a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Knowledge in short-term and long-term SLP care.

Responsibilities

• Under a physician’s direction, provides quality Speech-Language Pathologist services, including evaluating patients, screening, initiating referrals, obtaining data, and following through with the established plan of care.
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and/or swallowing or cognitive problems.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
• Completes timely documentation including progress notes, screen reports, daily notes, and discharge summaries.
• Instructs patients as well as family members and staff in goals, progress, and appropriate therapeutic techniques.
• Ensures compliance with protocols and regulations.

Skills

Flexibility

Documentation

Teamwork

Patient education

Education

Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Active NH SLP license

Clinical competency certification

Job description

Now Hiring Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist

• Top paying facility in the area!
• Flexible schedule for a work-life balance
• Weekly employee appreciation events; we love to celebrate our team!
• FUN and friendly work atmosphere - GREAT leadership team!

Job Summary

Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) evaluate and treat residents and patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Responsibilities of Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP)

• Under a physician’s direction, provides quality Speech-Language Pathologist services, including evaluating patients, screening, initiating referrals, obtaining data, and following through with the established plan of care.
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and/or swallowing or cognitive problems.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
• Completes timely documentation including progress notes, screen reports, daily notes, and discharge summaries.
• Instructs patients as well as family members and staff in goals, progress, and appropriate therapeutic techniques.
• Ensures compliance with protocols and regulations.

Qualifications for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP)

• Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current license in Speech Therapy as required by state law.
• Certification in clinical competency.
• One-year clinical experience preferred.
• Experience with cognitive and dysphagia rehabilitation within a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Knowledge in short-term and long-term SLP care.

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Shift and Schedule

• Weekend availability
• 8-hour shift
• 12-hour shift
• Day shift, evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends only
• No Weekends
• per diem

Work Setting

• Rehabilitation Center
• Long term care
• Nursing Home
• Acute Care

Specialty: Geriatrics