Speech-Language Pathologist

Midwest Health, Inc.; Lansing (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Twin Oaks Health & Rehab, part of Twin Oaks Retirement Community in Lansing, KS, seeks a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive assessments and rehabilitation services for residents. You will develop customized treatment plans and deliver individual and group therapies, collaborating with a diverse care team.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, maintaining records, and contributing to ongoing staff education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Speech-Language Pathology.
• State licensure or eligibility to practice SLP in Kansas.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments to identify speech, language, and swallow disorders.
• Develop and implement personalized therapy plans.
• Provide individual and group speech therapy, language, and cognitive therapy.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team for comprehensive treatment.
• Maintain accurate progress notes and documentation of therapy sessions.
• Participate in staff education to stay current on best practices.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Clinical assessment

Therapy planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Professional development

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist

Job Location: Lansing, Kansas, United States

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team at Twin Oaks Health & Rehab, a part of Twin Oaks Retirement Community. As a Speech-Language Pathologist at Twin Oaks, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents, providing expert care and rehabilitation services to help them achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments and evaluations to identify communication and swallowing disorders in our residents
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to address speech, language, and cognitive deficits
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions, including speech, language, and swallowing therapy, as well as cognitive and cognitive-linguistic therapy
• Collaborate with our inter-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and achieve optimal outcomes
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient progress and therapy sessions
• Participate in staff education and training programs to stay up-to-date on the latest research and best practices in speech-language pathology

About Us

Twin Oaks is a family-owned and operated retirement community in Lansing, Kansas, dedicated to providing the highest level of care and service to our residents. Backed by over 40 years of experience in senior living, we offer a range of care services, including independent living, assisted living, rapid recovery, and skilled nursing, all on one campus. Our commitment to excellence and our passion for helping seniors live their best lives make Twin Oaks the perfect place for you to grow your career and make a difference.