Senior Speech-Language Pathologist & Clinical Educator

WAVERLYHILLS; Town of Waverly (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WAVERLYHILLS is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to evaluate and treat patients, communicate with families and health team members, and maintain detailed documentation. The role includes supervising CFY/SLP assistants and providing staff training to ensure high-quality patient care.

Adherence to state practice acts and facility policies is required. Qualified candidates will hold state licensure as an SLP and have completed required supervised practicum and post-degree experience,

Qualifications

• Licensed as an SLP by the state in which they provide services.
• Completed 350 clock hours of supervised clinical practicum (or be in the process of accumulating supervised clinical experience).
• Nine months of supervised full-time SLP services after obtaining a master's or doctoral degree in SLP or a related field.
• Successfully completed a national examination in SLP approved by the HHS Secretary. Proficient with computer systems for data entry.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients within 24 hours or 1 business day of physician referral; document delays with cause if not completed.
• Develop an effective treatment plan and obtain approval from referring physician.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Supervise CFY/SLP assistants in direct patient care and related activities.
• Communicate patient progress and plans to supervisor and health team members.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and recertifications as required by policy and state regulations.
• Instruct families and nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training for discharge.
• Comply with applicable state act and facility policies.

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in SLP or related field

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

WAVERLYHILLS is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to evaluate and treat patients, communicate with families and health team members, and maintain detailed documentation. The role includes supervising CFY/SLP assistants and providing staff training to ensure high-quality patient care.

Adherence to state practice acts and facility policies is required. Qualified candidates will hold state licensure as an SLP and have completed required supervised practicum and post-degree experience,