Speech Language Pathologist

IEP Corp; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Village Care Center LLC in North Hollywood, CA seeks a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with communication and swallowing disorders. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and ongoing documentation of progress.

Ideal candidates hold a current CA SLP license, have 2+ years in healthcare (preferably SNF), and are proficient with EMR systems. We offer competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within the

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in a skilled nursing facility.
• Knowledge of current speech therapy practice standards and regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in using electronic medical records and other healthcare software.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' communication and swallowing abilities using standardized assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results, resident goals, and physician orders.
• Provide skilled speech therapy interventions, including articulation and language therapy, cognitive-communication therapy, and swallowing therapy.
• Monitor and document resident progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and ensure optimal outcomes for residents.
• Educate residents and family members on speech therapy goals, treatment plans, and home exercise programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of speech therapy services provided.
• Participate in team meetings, in-service education, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain current knowledge of speech therapy practice and relevant regulations.

Skills

Licensed SLP

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Excellent communication

EMR proficient

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Valley Village Care Center LLC is a top-rated skilled nursing facility located in North Hollywood, California, offering exceptional medical care, continuous nursing, and social services to patients who are not in an acute phase of illness requiring services in a hospital. With a capacity of 99 beds, our facility provides a warm and welcoming environment, where residents receive personalized attention from our skilled medical professionals. We pride ourselves on providing quality rest, healing, and rehabilitation, and our caring team of dedicated professionals works tirelessly to help our residents live their best lives.

We are seeking a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to join our team at a skilled nursing facility. As the Speech Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for evaluating and treating residents with communication and swallowing disorders to help them improve their quality of life and functional abilities.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate residents' communication and swallowing abilities using standardized assessments
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results, resident goals, and physician orders
• Provide skilled speech therapy interventions, including articulation and language therapy, cognitive-communication therapy, and swallowing therapy
• Monitor and document resident progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
• Communicate with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and physical therapists, to coordinate care and ensure optimal outcomes for residents
• Educate residents and family members on speech therapy goals, treatment plans, and home exercise programs
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of speech therapy services provided
• Participate in team meetings, in-service education, and quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain current knowledge of speech therapy practice and relevant regulations

Qualifications:

• Current license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of employment
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in a skilled nursing facility
• Knowledge of current speech therapy practice standards and regulations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proficient in using electronic medical records and other healthcare software

We are committed to providing the highest quality care to our residents, and we believe that our Speech Language Pathologist plays a critical role in achieving this goal. We offer competitive wages and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth and advancement within our organization. If you are a passionate and dedicated speech therapy professional with experience in a healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply for this positio