Speech-Language Pathologist — Geriatric Care Specialist

Personal Healthcare Management LLC; Downsville (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Personal Healthcare Management LLC seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to join our skilled nursing facility team in New York. You will screen residents, perform evaluations, and establish care plans per physician orders while ensuring compliance with Medicare and state regulations.

The role requires a NYS license, ASHA certification, and at least one year of long-term care experience. Excellent documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Speech-language Pathology with a Master's Degree or higher.
• Valid NYS license as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Valid ASHA certification in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

• Screens residents for rehabilitation therapy needs.
• Completes Speech-Language Pathology evaluations upon physician order.
• Establishes Speech-Language Pathology plan of care for treatments per physician order.
• Provides Speech-Language Pathology plan of treatments and modalities.
• Modifies treatment program level, intensity and techniques based on resident response.
• Documents resident progress toward goals and discharges when appropriate.
• Completes Daily Activity Schedule, progress notes and re-certifications per facility policy.
• Demonstrates Medicare Part A PPS case management knowledge.
• Complies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapy.
• Utilizes clinical software applications per policies and procedures.
• Completes care plans and MDS as directed, per facility policy.
• Assists in ordering equipment and participates in discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team.
• Submits required reports within established time frames and understands Medicare/Medicaid payment sources.

Job description

Personal Healthcare Management LLC seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to join our skilled nursing facility team in New York. You will screen residents, perform evaluations, and establish care plans per physician orders while ensuring compliance with Medicare and state regulations.

The role requires a NYS license, ASHA certification, and at least one year of long-term care experience. Excellent documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration are essential for success in this position.