Speech Language Pathologist

Fairview Rehab and Care Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Company Perks

Employee Recognition Program

Team Like Atmosphere

Job summary

Fairview Rehab and Care Center in Philadelphia, PA is hiring a full-time Speech Language Pathologist to provide patient-centered rehabilitation services. You will assess patients, develop treatment plans, and work with a multidisciplinary team to promote optimal communication and swallowing outcomes.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology with PA licensure and experience in long-term or geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Valid PA professional license and state registration.
• Experience in long-term or geriatric care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
• Set goals and administer a treatment program under the direction of the Physician.
• Document and record the patients’ condition.
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentation.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Communication

Patient Care

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Fairview Rehab and Care Philadelphia, PA

NOW HIRING: Full-time Speech Language Pathologist

Quick thinkers, organized, reliable, kind, and personable-these are the kinds of qualities we look for in our employees. Fairview Rehan and Care is constantly striving to deliver the greatest level of customer satisfaction. Join our team as we collectively provide the best care for our residents.

We are searching for a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team of health professionals in providing excellent health care in our facility.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Company Perks
• Employee Recognition Program
• Team Like Atmosphere

Duties and Responsibilities

Assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services

• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients
• Document and record the patients’ condition
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of PA
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.

Your #1 goal will be to provide our residents with the best care possible. If working alongside people who are compassionate and who treat their residents' needs as their own is important to you then you’ll want to be a part of our team!