Speech-Language Pathologist: Geriatric Rehab & Patient Care

Lafayette Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Mayo (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Lafayette Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Mayo, FL is seeking a Speech Therapist to assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care to evaluate medical condition and functional capacity.

You will establish and administer a treatment program with goals aligned to each patient’s capacity, document progress, educate patients and families, and collaborate with all disciplines to deliver patient-centered care under the direction of the Physician.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of NY.

Responsibilities

• Assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services.
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients.
• Document and record the patients' condition.
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Education

Speech Therapist degree

Job description

Lafayette Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Mayo, FL is seeking a Speech Therapist to assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care to evaluate medical condition and functional capacity.

You will establish and administer a treatment program with goals aligned to each patient’s capacity, document progress, educate patients and families, and collaborate with all disciplines to deliver patient-centered care under the direction of the Physician.