Speech Language Pathologist

Rivetus-Rehabilitation-; Thomas Township (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401k Eligibility & matching after 3+

Professional License Reimbursement

Job summary

Rivetus Team in Saginaw, MI is seeking a Part-Time Speech-Language Pathologist to provide clinical services to patients with cognitive/communication or swallowing disorders. You will perform screenings, develop treatment plans, and document outcomes while collaborating with the care team.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, Michigan licensure, and ASHA CCC. Up to 20 hours weekly with flexible scheduling and professional license reimbursement through the agency.

Qualifications

• Master9s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• ASHA CCC certification required / eligible for licensure in Michigan.
• Ability to document, assess, and implement treatment plans per ASHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language pathology services to patients with cognitive/communication or swallowing disorders.
• Conduct screenings/evaluations and develop/adjust treatment plans to promote independence.
• Collaborate with physicians and care team to integrate therapy with overall care.
• Document accurately for medical records and reimbursement guidelines.
• Educate patients and families on treatment procedures and home exercise programs.

Skills

ASHA CCC

Speech-Language Pathology

Clinical judgment

Education

Masterb4s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Michigan licensure / licensure required

Job description

Flexible Schedule and Premium PayJoin the Rivetus Team!Rivetus has been serving the geriatric Post-Acute community since 1998. We are a specialized rehabilitation company operated and managed at the executive level by licensed clinicians. Our unique perspective combines superior knowledge of the healthcare regulatory industry with a passion for positive patient outcomes. We incorporate solid business practices with skill and compassion to provide superior service, expedite healing, and enhance the quality of life for patients recovering in skilled nursing facilities.Facility Location: St. Francis - 915 N. River Road Saginaw, MI 48609Schedule: Part-Time Up to 20 hrs/week (Create Your Own Schedule)General Summary:In this role you will provide speech-language pathology services to patients impaired by cognitive/communicative or swallowing dysfunction, including assessment, treatment planning and implementation of treatment plans. Completes appropriate documentation and adheres to policies, procedures, applicable licensure laws, and current standards of clinical practice.Your Responsibilities:Conducts speech-language pathology screenings and evaluations to determine patient cognitive/communicative and/or swallowing status using standardized tests and measures.Develops and implements treatment plans to reach patients’ highest potential for independence consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) in order to improve and maintain function and to reach patients’ highest potential for independence.Assess effects of treatment on an ongoing basis and modifying the patient’s plan to achieve maximum benefit.Checks, instructs, assigns and reviews the work of CFY as assigned and in accordance with ASHA standards.Confers with physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revision in treatment program and integrate speech therapy treatment with other aspects of patient’s health care.Provides documentation to maintain quality of the medical record as it relates to accuracy, continuity of care and reimbursement guidelines.Participates, as requested, in patient and family care conferences.Educate and instructs patient and family/caregiver(s) in treatment procedures to be continued when not in therapy or as a home exercise program.Participates in Quality Assurance activities as directed by Agency Administrator, and/or site-specific Director of Therapy.Promotes current standards of clinical practice through participation in internal and external continuing education, in-service programs and certifications sponsored by the agency.Participates in new program development to expand the clinical services of the rehabilitation agency.Participates in agency meetings and additional activities as directed to facilitate effective agency operations.Required Qualifications:Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited programASHA Certificate of Clinical CompetenceLicensure as required by the State of MichiganSkills and Abilities:Initiative and flexibility in work environmentAbility to exercise professional judgement and initiative when analyzing problems and recommending solutions.Ability to react effectively to the needs of patients and their families.Physical ability to exert force up to 20 pounds.Employee Benefits:Competitive Pay401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of serviceProfessional License Reimbursement