SLP (PRN)

Southern Hills Rehab Center; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Hills Rehab Center in Tulsa, OK is seeking a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive speech therapy and language development services to residents under supervision. You will screen and evaluate residents, develop and implement therapy programs, and monitor progress.

The role emphasizes teamwork, clear communication with residents and families, and meticulous record keeping. A BS in Speech-Language Pathology, current state license, and compassionate approach to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field.
• Current state license to practice Speech-Language Pathology.
• Certification, if applicable, in identified areas of specialization.
• Organized and detailed in work performance.
• Excellent communication skills with patience and empathy.
• Genuine caring for elderly and disabled residents in a nursing facility.

Responsibilities

• Examines, tests, diagnoses, and treats residents with speech and language disorders.
• Performs evaluations of receptive and expressive language, fluency, articulation, and auditory skills.
• Maintains communication with residents and families regarding progress and home programs.
• Facilitates behavior management in residents and families as appropriate.
• Maintains records of work performed.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Organization

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

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

This facility expects their employees to promote an atmosphere of teamwork with

other employees and hospitality and comfort for its residents. Therefore, the

following list of duties is not all-inclusive:

• 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.