Speech Language Pathologist — Geriatric Rehab Team

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens; Village of Great Neck Plaza (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide and direct Speech Therapy services. You will assess patients, develop and implement treatment programs, and document outcomes under physician orders.

Responsibilities include screenings, evaluations, communication of findings to patients and families, and discharge planning. The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology and active state licensure or eligibility, with a strong

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current state licensure or license eligible.
• Demonstrates good skills in all forms of communication.
• Maintains education and development appropriate for position.
• Works well with others in a spirit of team work and cooperation.

Responsibilities

• Provides Speech Therapy services to patients and initiates referrals when appropriate.
• Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
• Evaluates patients to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
• Interprets and communicates evaluation findings to patients, family, and other team members.
• Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including short and long term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
• Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family, and other team members.
• Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician orders.
• Recommends and obtains appropriate equipment to improve patient’s communication.
• Instructs patient, family and staff in use of augmentative communication devices.
• Documents results of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up, and termination of services.
• Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance Programs as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide and direct Speech Therapy services. You will assess patients, develop and implement treatment programs, and document outcomes under physician orders.

Responsibilities include screenings, evaluations, communication of findings to patients and families, and discharge planning. The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology and active state licensure or eligibility, with a strong