Speech-Language Pathologist - Flexible Schedule

Heritage House Nursing & Rehab; Marshall (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Ancillary policies including AD&D, STD

Life Insurance – Whole and Term

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Corporate Support

Job summary

Heritage House Nursing & Rehab in Texas is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for full-time or PRN possibilities. The in-house rehab team focuses on person-centered care to improve swallowing, cognition, and communication outcomes for residents.

The role includes evaluations, individualized treatment planning, AAC implementation, staff education, and collaboration with physicians for diagnostic procedures.

Qualifications

• Active/Valid Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
• SNF/Long term care experience preferred
• Current knowledge of treatment practices
• Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' conditions for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Help residents in their goals to improve cognition or swallowing.
• Education for residents and caregivers.
• Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments and develop/implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide AAC systems for individuals with expressive and/or language comprehension disorders.
• Provide training and education to clients, family, caregivers, and other professionals.
• Coordinate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician.
• Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current Speech Therapy standards of practice.
• Communicate changes in resident’s condition.
• Provide accurate billing records and supporting clinical documentation.
• Respond to family requests and concerns timely.
• Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff.
• Assure resident abuse or neglect does not occur.
• Observe confidentiality and safeguards for all patient information.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.

Job description

Heritage House Nursing & Rehab in Texas is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for full-time or PRN possibilities. The in-house rehab team focuses on person-centered care to improve swallowing, cognition, and communication outcomes for residents.

The role includes evaluations, individualized treatment planning, AAC implementation, staff education, and collaboration with physicians for diagnostic procedures.