SLP (PRN)

Higher-Call-Nursing-Center; Quapaw (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Higher-Call-Nursing-Center is seeking a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive speech therapy and language development services to residents in a nursing facility.

The role includes screening, evaluation, and implementing therapy programs, with focus on receptive and expressive language, articulation, and oral motor skills. Strong communication and compassionate care are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with residents and families.
• Detail-oriented with good recordkeeping.
• Genuine care for elderly and disabled in a nursing facility.

Responsibilities

• Examines, tests, diagnoses, and administers treatments for speech and language disorders.
• Performs evaluations focused on language, articulation, and hearing.
• Maintains progress communications with residents and caregivers.
• Facilitates behavior management as appropriate.
• Maintains records of work performed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Patience

Caring for elderly

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech Therapy

Current state license

Job description

General Purpose:

Under general supervision, provides comprehensive speech therapy and language development services to a specified population of residents. Screens and evaluates residents; develops and implements therapeutic speech and language development program and services.

Essential Job Functions

• Examines, tests, diagnoses, and administers treatments for residents with speech and language disorders, hearing disorders, and oral motor disorders.
• Performs evaluations with particular attention to receptive and expressive language skills, speech fluency, vocal and oral motor competence, articulation, and auditory skills.
• Maintains communication with the resident and others concerned regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
• Facilitates behavior management in residents and families as appropriate to the needs of the resident.
• Maintains records of work performed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Speech Therapy
• Current license in state of practice.
• Certification, if applicable, and demonstrated competency in identified areas of specialization.
• Organized and detailed in work performance.
• Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
• Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility.