PRN Speech Therapist for Geriatric Care

Riverbendhcc; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

River Bend Health and Rehabilitation in Asheville, NC is seeking a dedicated Speech Therapist PRN to evaluate, diagnose, and treat residents with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to deliver care and educate families on strategies to support communication and safe swallowing.

This position is PRN and located within a skilled nursing setting. Qualified candidates hold a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, current state SLP

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• CCC-SLP certification is preferred.
• CPR certification required or to be obtained upon hire.
• Experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting is preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of residents' speech, language, cognitive- linguistic, and swallowing abilities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to residents' needs.
• Provide therapy services including speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive-communication, and swallowing interventions.
• Monitor and document residents' progress, adjusting therapy plans as needed.
• Collaborate with nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physicians for coordinated care.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on strategies to support communication and safe swallowing.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

River Bend Health and Rehabilitation in Asheville, NC is seeking a dedicated Speech Therapist PRN to evaluate, diagnose, and treat residents with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to deliver care and educate families on strategies to support communication and safe swallowing.

This position is PRN and located within a skilled nursing setting. Qualified candidates hold a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, current state SLP