Speech-Language Pathologist: Elevate Communication & Swallowing

Silver Healthcare; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Silver Healthcare in Cherry Hill, NJ seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with swallowing or communication disorders. You will participate in interdisciplinary meetings and contribute to policies to prevent decline in communication and swallowing function.

The role requires excellent verbal and written communication, ability to interpret medical information, and proficient use of Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• Current licensure in Speech-Language Pathology in the state of practice.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret medical information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with residents, families and other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic tests, evaluate and document evaluations of referred residents.
• Provide appropriate treatment to improve communication and swallowing function.
• Educate residents and caregivers on therapies.
• Maintain timely resident reports per regulatory requirements.
• Observe infection control and safety policies.
• Contribute to MDS assessments and care planning.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and rehabilitation meetings.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Medical data interpretation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Word & Excel proficiency

Education

Speech-Language Pathology licensure

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Silver Healthcare in Cherry Hill, NJ seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with swallowing or communication disorders. You will participate in interdisciplinary meetings and contribute to policies to prevent decline in communication and swallowing function.

The role requires excellent verbal and written communication, ability to interpret medical information, and proficient use of Word and Excel.