Speech Language Pathologist- Full Time

Pine Ridge Care Center; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariner Healthcare is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive disorders in a care setting.

The position requires an MS in Speech-Language Pathology, state licensure, and clinical competency, with preference for 1 year of experience. Covid vaccination and California mandate compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Current license in Speech Therapy as required by state law.
• Certification in clinical competency.
• One year clinical experience preferred.
• Covid 19 vaccine required.
• Must be in compliance with the California covid mandate.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate residents and develop appropriate care plans.
• Under physician direction, provide direct patient/resident treatment.
• Plan or conduct rehabilitative programs to restore communicative function.
• Administer, score, and interpret hearing and speech tests.
• Instruct residents and caregivers on monitoring and practicing new skills.
• Complete forms and documents per policy and regulations.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Devise tools and treatments for patient-specific needs.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Clinical Communication

Education

Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

SUMMARY

Evaluates and treats residents and patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Screens and evaluates Resident and develops appropriate care plan.
• Under a physician’s direction, provides direct patient / resident treatment based on established plan of care.
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and / or swallowing or cognitive problems.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Current license in Speech Therapy as required by state law.
• Certification in clinical competency.
• One year clinical experience preferred.
• Covid 19 vaccine required.
• Must be in compliance with the California covid mandate.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May supervise Rehab Aides, and others involved in program

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee will occasionally assist to lift and / or transfer patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• THER REQUIREMENTS

By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information. Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of such information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.

Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.