PRN Speech Language Pathologist - Geriatric Care

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc. seeks a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist for a Skilled Nursing Facility setting. The role focuses on evaluating and treating residents with speech, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, with emphasis on strokes and age-related changes.

You will develop therapy plans, collaborate with the healthcare team, document progress, and educate patients and families to maximize independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) required.
• Strong clinical knowledge in adult and geriatric care.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans for residents.
• Collaborate with nurses, OT/PT, dietitians and social workers on care plans.
• Maintain thorough documentation of assessments, plans, progress, and discharges.
• Educate residents and families on therapy goals, strategies, and swallowing safety.
• Provide palliative care support focusing on communication needs.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

CCC

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc. seeks a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist for a Skilled Nursing Facility setting. The role focuses on evaluating and treating residents with speech, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, with emphasis on strokes and age-related changes.

You will develop therapy plans, collaborate with the healthcare team, document progress, and educate patients and families to maximize independence and quality of life.