Speech Language Pathologist

Personal Healthcare Management LLC; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Personal Healthcare Management LLC in New York seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide skilled rehabilitation therapy in a long-term care setting. You will evaluate residents, develop and implement plans of care, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.

The role requires NYS licensure, ASHA certification or CFY, and at least 1 year of SNF experience; familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid and clinical software is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Speech-Language Pathology with a Master’s Degree or higher.
• Valid ASHA certification in Speech-Language Pathology or participating in Clinical Fellow Year Program.
• Current unencumbered NYS license as SLP or CFY with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Screens residents for rehabilitation therapy needs.
• Completes Speech-Language Pathology evaluations upon physician order.
• Establishes SLP plan of care for treatments per physician order.
• Documents progress toward SLP goals and completes required reports.
• Complies with Medicare Part A PPS case management and regulatory requirements.

Skills

ASHA Certification

NYS License

SNF Experience

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Clinical software applications

Medicare/Medicaid knowledge

Job description

We offer the Following:

• Premium Compensation

• Great Benefits Package

• Professional Growth & Stability

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

Educational Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of Speech-language Pathology with a Master’s Degree or higher. Valid ASHA certification in Speech-Language Pathology or participating in Clinical Fellow Year Program

Experience Required: Minimum of 1-year experience in a long-term care facility working as a Speech- Language Pathology (SLP).

Professional Licensure and Certification Required: Must possess a current unencumbered NYS license as a Speech-Language Pathologist or Clinical Fellow with appropriate supervision from a certified and licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. Valid ASHA certification in Speech-Language Pathology or participating in Clinical Fellow Year Program.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates working knowledge of skilled restorative therapy and maintenance programs

• Screens residents for rehabilitation therapy needs

• Completes Speech-Language Pathology evaluations upon physician order

• Establishes Speech-Language Pathology plan of care for treatments per physician order

• Provides Speech-Language Pathology plan of treatments and modalities

• Modifies treatment program level, intensity and techniques based on the resident’s response to specific treatment plan

• Documents resident progress toward Speech-Language Pathology goals:

  • Discharges residents from Speech-Language Pathology services when appropriate

  • Completes Daily Activity Schedule, progress notes and re-certifications per facility policy.

  • Demonstrates working knowledge of Medicare Part A PPS case management

  • Complies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapy

  • Completes all documentation to comply with professional standard and regulatory requirements

  • Strives to meet productivity / efficiency goals and self-initiates corrective action plan for non-attainment

  • Utilizes the clinical software applications per policies and procedures

  • Completes care plans and MDS as directed, per facility policy

  • Assists in ordering necessary equipment for the facility and residents

  • Participates in the discharge planning process with the interdisciplinary team

  • Submits required reports and documentation in accordance with established acceptable time frames

  • Participates in internal audits as directed

  • Possess a strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other payment sources and their responsibility in the SNF setting

  • Utilizes proper body mechanics, techniques and safety while completing job duties and responsibilities

  • Maintains current professional knowledge of practice of Speech-Language Pathology and practices within acceptable professional standards

  • Complies with all facility policies and procedures

  • Maintains confidentiality of facility and resident information

  • Respects all residents all resident rights

  • Reports all instances of potential resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property immediately

  • Follows sanitation and infection control policies and procedures

  • Keeps Facility Rehabilitation manager informed and updated appropriately

  • Recommends corrective action plan for all identified problems

  • Maintains a positive working relationship between the rehabilitation department and other departments

  • Maintains high standards of professional conduct

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.

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