PRN Speech-Language Pathologist, Geriatric Care

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (PRN) at the Puller Veterans Care Center in Virginia. The position offers a starting pay of $50.00/hr with a 12-month probationary period and is within the Dept of Veterans Services.

You will develop and administer speech therapy programs, perform evaluations and re-certifications, and document progress per federal, state, and facility guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in speech language pathology from an accredited program; licensed or eligible to practice in Virginia.
• Experience with neurologically involved, developmentally disabled patients is beneficial.
• Previous professional speech therapy experience in a long term care or adult geriatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer speech therapy treatment programs to resident patients.
• Prepare clients and deliver treatments, perform SLP evaluations and re-certifications; develop ST treatment and make modifications as needed.
• Document client status adhering to Federal, State and Facility guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of assessment and treatment in general speech therapy and developmental disabilities, standards of practice at ICF/MRs, and resource management.
• Lead and coordinate work of the therapy department and cross-functional departments as needed.

Education

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

Licensed to practice in Virginia or eligible

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (PRN) at the Puller Veterans Care Center in Virginia. The position offers a starting pay of $50.00/hr with a 12-month probationary period and is within the Dept of Veterans Services.

You will develop and administer speech therapy programs, perform evaluations and re-certifications, and document progress per federal, state, and facility guidelines.