Speech Language Pathologist

Prnphysicaltherapy; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 55,104 - 96,432; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Plan

Life Insurance

Short Term/ Long Term Disability

401K

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus Policy

Job summary

PRN Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, an affiliate of The Weston Group, seeks a patient-focused Speech Language Pathologist to join our rehab team across Albany and Niskayuna, NY. This role offers part-time, consistent per diem hours with potential to grow to full time.

You will evaluate and treat patients referred by a physician, supervise rehab techs where applicable, and educate family members and caregivers to support home programs and progress.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited speech pathology program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) required.
• Licensed in the state practicing by the Board of Speech Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients referred by a physician.
• Use appropriate speech therapy modalities.
• Supervise rehab technicians as applicable.
• Educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe and document progress toward goals.
• Regular follow-up with clients.

Skills

Experience as SLP

Interpersonal communication

Patient management

Professionalism

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

CCC certification

Accredited speech pathology program

Job description

Description

PRN Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, an affiliate of The Weston Group, is dedicated to providing evidence-based, person-centered therapeutic services to residents. We are proud to remain a therapist-owned and operated company that believes in a unique and innovative approach to geriatric care.

We are looking for a committed and patient-focused Speech Language Pathologist to join our rehab team. You will offer effective and client-centered services that will enable people to confidently and independently carry out everyday tasks or activities.

- Time split between sites, facilities are 5 minutes apart. Albany & Niskayuna, NY

- Part time hours! Consistent Per diem! Potential to grow to full time!

POSITION SUMMARY

A Speech Language Pathologist is a skilled, registered and licensed professional who evaluates and treats patients referred by a physician. Treatment approaches utilize applicable modalities, supervision of rehabilitation techs, and/or exercise to restore function.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Address client's aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life quality.
• Select and adapt the appropriate per case speech therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventions.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, note, and report on the progress of long- and short-term treatment goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Regularly follow-up with clients.

SKILLS

• Proven working experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of Speech Language Pathology
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
• Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grown in the profession
• Professional behavior
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/ Long Term Disability
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Bonus Policy

Requirements

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Speech Language Pathologists must be a graduate of an accredited Speech Pathology training program and have secured the Certificate of Clinical Competence.

LICENSURE OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

Speech Language Pathologists must be licensed in the state practicing by the Board of Speech Therapy and provide an acceptable Criminal Background Check.