Speech Language Pathologist

Allaire Health Services, LLC; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Grove Park Healthcare Center is seeking a Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team. The SLP will work to improve residents’ communication and swallowing abilities and participate in a flexible shift schedule.

Key duties include assessments, individualized care plans, data collection (Section GG), treatment, and thorough documentation. The role emphasizes collaboration with rehab staff and education for residents and families.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Experience with Section GG data collection and documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Modality/Vital Stim certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate residents' speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities.
• Develop individualized intervention plans to address communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Collect Section GG data for annual, quarterly, falls, and significant change assessments.
• Administer speech therapy interventions and swallowing therapy.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of progress, plans, and notes in EMRs (Net Health/PCC).
• Educate residents, families, and care staff on safety and progress through exercises and strategies.
• Collaborate with other rehab staff to provide holistic care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Assessment & Evaluation

Documentation

Education

State licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

EMR Net Health/PCC

RTM (Remote Therapeutic Monitoring)

Job description

Grove Park Healthcare Center is looking for a Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist, SLP to join our incredible team!

We’re not just a workplace; we’re a community driven by excellence. We take immense pride in what sets us apart - our exceptional leadership, a warm and friendly work environment, and a reputation that we've worked hard to earn. If you're ready for a rewarding career experience, your journey begins here!

Shift Hours: Flexible

Speech Language Pathologist, SLP Job Description

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for improving residents' communication and swallowing abilities.

Speech Language Pathologist, SLP Responsibilities

• Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct thorough assessments of residents' speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities.
• Individualized Care Plans: Develop customized intervention plans to address communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Section GG Data Collection: Ensure accurate and consistent collection of Section GG data for Annual, Quarterly, Falls, and Significant Change assessments, as applicable.
• Treatment: Administer speech therapy interventions, including exercises, communication strategies, and swallowing therapy.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of resident progress and any interventions provided. Comfortable and knowledgeable with Point of Service (POS) care delivery and documentation. Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of resident evaluations, treatment plans, daily and progress notes, HMO/Manage care progress updates in EMRs (Net Health/PCC).
• Education: Educate residents, family members, and care staff on safe mobility techniques and exercises for continued progress. Conducts remote check-in through remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) with discharged patients to home or next level of care.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with other rehab staff, such as Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists, to provide holistic care for residents.

Speech Language Pathologist, SLP Qualifications

• State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Proficiency in Section GG data collection and documentation requirements, as applicable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Modality/Vital Stim certification +