PRN SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Sky Blue Healthcare LLC; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Job summary

Sky Blue Healthcare LLC in Broken Arrow, OK is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive speech-language therapy in a busy skilled nursing facility.

You will develop treatment plans for cognitive-communication, swallowing disorders, and related areas, supervise CFYs when needed, coordinate with rehab staff, and ensure documentation and compliance with HIPAA and professional ethics. Flexibility and patient-focused care are essential.

Qualifications

• A master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a related field.
• State licensure, certification, or credentials as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise CFYs, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as required.
• Deliver effective rehab services, follow care plans, schedules, and document services promptly.
• Attend patient care and staffing conferences.
• Make referrals to other disciplines/agencies for comprehensive patient care.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to select appropriate therapeutic regimens.
• Adapt care plans to individual patient needs.
• Ensure a safe environment and eliminate hazards.
• Manage supplies and equipment, including cleaning and maintenance.
• Prioritize patient service and provide compassionate care.
• Screen, examine, and evaluate patients to establish diagnoses and care plans.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

NOW HIRING PRN SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST FOR A BUSY SNF IN BROKEN ARROW. COMPETITIVE RATES, FLEXIBLE HOURS!!

This document outlines the job description for the position of Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at SKY BLUE HEALTHCARE. Below are the key points:

Position Summary:

• The SLP provides speech-language services to facilitate rehabilitation, focusing on communication and swallowing skills.
• They aim to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance, promote health, and adhere to the profession's Code of Ethics.

Responsibilities:

1. Supervise CFYs, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as required.
2. Deliver effective rehab services, follow care plans, schedules, and document services promptly.
3. Attend patient care and staffing conferences.
4. Make referrals to other disciplines/agencies for comprehensive patient care.
5. Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to select appropriate therapeutic regimens.
6. Adapt care plans to individual patient needs.
7. Ensure a safe environment and eliminate hazards.
8. Manage supplies and equipment, including cleaning and maintenance.
9. Prioritize patient service and provide compassionate care.
10. Screen, examine, and evaluate patients to establish diagnoses and care plans.

Job Skills:

• Strong organizational, time management, verbal, and written communication skills.

Compliance:

• Adhere to legal requirements, policies, and standards, including HIPAA and the Federal False Claims Act.
• Participate in training, report non-compliance, cooperate with audits, and engage in quality assurance activities.

Essential Job Functions:

• Physical demands include frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, and handling weights up to 50 pounds.
• Activities involve reaching, handling, fingering, talking, hearing, seeing, and fine manipulation.
• Environmental conditions include exposure to noise, vibrations, hazards, fumes, and moving machinery.

Specific Duties:

• Develop treatment plans for cognitive-communication, speech intelligibility, swallowing disorders, and other related areas.
• Perform Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) if trained.
• Coordinate adaptive communication devices and hearing deficit assessments.
• Evaluate patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.

Educational/Vocational Requirements:

• A master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a related field.
• State licensure, certification, or credentials as required.

Work Situations:

• Includes dealing with people, problem-solving, performing under stress, and repetitive tasks.

Occupational Exposure:

• Category I exposure in the rehabilitation department.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to the Director of Rehab.

Other Notes:

• The job description is not exhaustive and may be altered by management. The employee is expected to perform all assigned duties and is considered an at-will employee.