Speech Language Pathologist

Angels-Nursing-Health-Center; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

Angels Nursing Center in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist to join the in-house rehabilitation team. The SLP will evaluate and treat speech, language, swallowing disorders under physician orders and provide client-centered care.

Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, AAC support, staff education, collaboration with other clinicians, documentation, and billing records. A current state license and ASHA certification are required.

Qualifications

• Active state license required.
• ASHA certification required.
• Knowledge of nursing facility regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide AAC systems for expressive and receptive disorders.
• Educate clients, families, and caregivers as a subject matter expert.
• Coordinate with physicians and other professionals on swallowing procedures.
• Supervise CFY students and provisional licensees as allowed.
• Maintain accurate billing records and clinical documentation.
• Conduct screening rounds and note environmental safety concerns.

Skills

Excellent communication

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (state)

ASHA Certification

Job description

Seeking aPer Diem Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)to join theIN-HOUSEteamat Angels Nursing Center in Los Angeles, CA!

The primary responsibility of the Speech Language Pathologist is to prevent, evaluate, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders as ordered by physician. In this role, you are entrusted to ensure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.

• Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments as well as develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase client’s independence and functioning
• Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders
• Provide training and education to client, family, caregivers and other professionals as a subject matter expert
• Coordinate and collaborate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician
• Supervise as appropriate, provisional licensees, students including Clinical Fellowship year externs (CFY) and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards
• Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current Speech Therapy standards of practice
• Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation
• Perform screening rounds as directed by Director of Rehabilitation to assess for client needs and environmental safety
• Provide recommendations to Director of Rehab and other team members opportunities for business improvement, safety concerns or other updates

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of current Speech Therapy practices and procedures including laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities
• Current, active Speech Therapy License (required)
• Current ASHA certification