SLP: Compassionate Geriatric Rehab & Growth

Warsaw-Meadows-Care-Center; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

Warsaw Meadows Care Center in Indiana is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our rehabilitation team. You will provide direct patient care, evaluate communication and swallowing abilities, and design individualized therapy plans for residents.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited SLP program degree and a valid state license. Experience in long-term care is preferred, and you will collaborate with nurses, physicians, and therapists to deliver resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Current and valid Speech-Language Pathology license in the state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and clinical skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assessing referred patients who require rehabilitation services.
• Providing direct patient care by evaluating medical conditions, functional capabilities, limitations, restrictions, and potential for rehabilitation.
• Developing and administering individualized treatment programs with specific goals based on each patient's abilities, needs, and tolerance, under the direction of the physician.
• Establishing realistic, measurable, and achievable goals for patients.
• Documenting and maintaining accurate records of patient conditions, progress, and treatment.
• Educating patients and their families regarding appropriate therapy techniques and strategies.
• Completing evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborating with nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Maintaining compliance with confidentiality requirements, HIPAA regulations, and Federal Residents' Rights.

Job description

Warsaw Meadows Care Center in Indiana is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our rehabilitation team. You will provide direct patient care, evaluate communication and swallowing abilities, and design individualized therapy plans for residents.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited SLP program degree and a valid state license. Experience in long-term care is preferred, and you will collaborate with nurses, physicians, and therapists to deliver resident-centered care.