Speech-Language Pathologist: In-House Rehab, Flexible Schedule

Thespringsar; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!

New Grads welcome to apply!

Competitive Compensation & Benefits!

Flexible Schedules!

Job summary

The Springs of Pine Bluff in Pine Bluff, AR is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to join our in-house rehab team. The role focuses on evaluating and treating residents with swallowing and cognitive needs, developing individualized plans, and providing family education.

Candidates must hold an Arkansas license in Speech-Language Pathology and ASHA Certification, with SNF/long-term care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• SNF/Long-term care experience preferred.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices.
• Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate resident conditions for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Help residents in their goals to improve cognition or swallowing.
• Education for residents and caregivers.
• Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments and develop/treatment plans to increase independence.
• Provide AAC systems for individuals with expressive/language disorders.
• Training and education to clients, family, caregivers, and other professionals.
• Coordinate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician.
• Demonstrate competent skills according to current Speech Therapy standards.
• Communicate changes in resident's condition.
• Provide accurate billing records and clinical documentation.
• Respond to family requests and concerns timely.
• Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff.
• Assure resident abuse or neglect does not occur.
• Observe confidentiality and safeguards for patient information.
• Comply with legal and professional requirements.

Skills

SNF/Long-term care

Treatment best practices

Manage diverse patients

Education

Arkansas license in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA Certification

Tools

Net Health EDS

Job description

The Springs of Pine Bluff in Pine Bluff, AR is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to join our in-house rehab team. The role focuses on evaluating and treating residents with swallowing and cognitive needs, developing individualized plans, and providing family education.

Candidates must hold an Arkansas license in Speech-Language Pathology and ASHA Certification, with SNF/long-term care experience preferred.