Speech Language Pathologist

Arbor Valley of Cascadia; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbor Valley of Cascadia in Boise, Idaho is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with speech, swallowing, and cognitive-communication disorders in a sub-acute/long-term care setting.

You will perform assessments, develop treatment plans under physician orders, collaborate with rehab staff, educate families, and maintain accurate records while ensuring HIPAA compliance and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Current license in Speech Language Therapy as required by state law.
• Valid CPR certification required.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
• Strong clinical abilities and knowledge of geriatric needs.

Responsibilities

• Screens and evaluates patients and develops appropriate care plan.
• Under a physician's direction, provides direct patient treatment based on established plan of care.
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide strategies to practice new skills.
• Completes required forms and clinical records in accordance with policy and regulations.
• Documents in patient records accurately and timely.
• Devises special tools and treatments for patient needs.
• Provides comprehensive therapy in a sub-acute/ SNF setting.
• Collaborates with rehab therapists and nursing staff in a team environment.
• Maintains HIPAA compliance and punctual attendance.

Skills

Speech therapy

Geriatric care

Clinical evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Position Summary:

A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) will evaluate and treat residents/patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines. They will evaluate the resident’s/patient’s speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency and develop treatment plans. They will treat the residents/patients based on a physician’s treatment plan.

Essential Functions

• Screens and evaluates patients/residents and develops appropriate care plan.
• Under a physician's direction, provides direct patient/resident treatment based on established plan of care.
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and/or swallowing or cognitive problems.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instructs residents/patients, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
• Completes required forms and clinical records in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Documents in patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
• Provides comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility setting.
• Works collaboratively with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team-working environment.
• Maintains resident/patient privacy pursuant to HIPAA.
• Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Other Functions

• Develops treatment plans, including short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
• Communicates the resident’s/patient’s speech therapy program to the family and/or guardian.
• Keeps written documentation including evaluations, daily notes and weekly summaries.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Current knowledge of effective speech therapy techniques.
• Familiarity with clinical needs of geriatric population.
• Strong clinical capabilities.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology required.

Licenses/Certification:

Current license in Speech Language Therapy as required by state law.

Valid CPR certification required.

Experience:

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.