Speech Language Pathologist

Elite Medical Staffing; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider is seeking a contract Speech Language Pathologist for a Skilled Nursing Facility in Okeechobee, FL. The role involves evaluating and implementing treatment plans for patients with communication and swallowing disorders. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and be licensed in Florida. Join a supportive team dedicated to maximizing patient independence and safety.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough evaluation of patient’s oral-motor strength/agility.
• Establish measurable goals with the patient/family based on care protocols.
• Participate in patient transition planning and coordinate care.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Abilities

Education

Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Speech Language Pathologist

We are adding a contract SLP for this thriving Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) independently evaluates patient’s level of function and determines, develops, and implements individualized treatment goals and plans in alignment with the patient/caregiver goals. The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) determines treatment strategies and delivers Speech Language Therapy services that identify, restore, and rehabilitate disorders of communication, cognition and swallowing to maximize a patient’s safety and independence.

This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and application of speech therapy to maximize the patient's functional independence.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited program of Speech Language Pathology with a minimum of a Masters Degree

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Must apply/hold for Florida license in Speech Language Pathology
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) with passing score on the national SLP Praxis exam or Approved Clinical Fellowship plan from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

EXPERIENCE:

• For this position, SLPs with 2+ years of experience encouraged to apply.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Work requires interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, families and various members of the health care team.
• Work requires analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patients’ condition, capabilities and progress to develop appropriate treatment programs.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Upon Physician referral, performs thorough evaluation of patient’s oral-motor strength/agility, motor speech, voice, deglutition, auditory comprehension, reading comprehension, verbal expression, written expression, memory, problem solving and attention.
• Evaluates the existence, nature, and severity of speech, language and/or hearing disorders.
• Establish measurable goals with the patient/family based on appropriate patient care protocols and critical paths in order to meet patient needs.
• Implement, deliver and delegate patient care by utilizing appropriate interventions and age-specific interventions and treatments through selected activities and exercises.
• Provides patient and caregiver education regarding treatment, precautions, and equipment use.
• Participates in patient transition planning and/or patient discharge planning including recommendations to community resources to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care.
• Help to coordinate patient care with other care providers such as Rehab Therapists, Nurses, Social Workers, and other community resources as related to care transition planning.

Elite Medical Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elite Medical Staffing does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care and Health and Human Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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