PRN Speech Language Pathologist - Geriatric Rehab Focus

Eastern Healthcare Group; Rural Retreat (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Engagement Activities

Positive work environment

Excellent Training

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Job summary

Eastern Health Group seeks a PRN Speech Language Pathologist to assess patients in a rehabilitation setting and provide direct patient care within a multidisciplinary team. You will establish treatment plans, educate families, and document progress while adhering to confidentiality and residents' rights.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited program, valid licensure, and preferred experience in long-term or geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services.
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients.
• Document and record the patients' condition.
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Education

Graduated from accredited college or university

Job description

Eastern Health Group seeks a PRN Speech Language Pathologist to assess patients in a rehabilitation setting and provide direct patient care within a multidisciplinary team. You will establish treatment plans, educate families, and document progress while adhering to confidentiality and residents' rights.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited program, valid licensure, and preferred experience in long-term or geriatric care.