Speech-Language Pathologist: Geriatric Rehab & Patient-Centered Care

The-Encore-At-Boca-Raton-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-Cente; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

The Encore at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join its rehabilitation team. You will assess patients, design and monitor individualized therapy plans, and document progress as directed by the physician.

You will set realistic goals, provide family education, and collaborate with other disciplines to ensure patient-centered care. Prior experience in long-term or geriatric care is preferred, with a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Valid professional license and registration for state of FL.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.
• Well versed with documentation writing.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence.
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Set realistic and achievable goals and document patient condition.
• Educate patients and families in appropriate therapy methods.

Skills

Documentation writing

Collaboration

Patient care

Professionalism

Education

Accredited Speech Therapist program

Job description

The Encore at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join its rehabilitation team. You will assess patients, design and monitor individualized therapy plans, and document progress as directed by the physician.

You will set realistic goals, provide family education, and collaborate with other disciplines to ensure patient-centered care. Prior experience in long-term or geriatric care is preferred, with a strong emphasis on