Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

White Oak Healthcare; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

White Oak Healthcare is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, and swallowing disorders in a SNF setting. The role emphasizes physician-directed care and individualized treatment plans.

The position requires a Masters or Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology with an active state license. Strong communication, organization, and evidence-based assessment skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• State license as a Speech-Language Pathologist is required.
• Familiarity with SNF regulatory standards and patient care guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive, or swallowing issues.
• Under a physician's direction, provide direct patient/resident treatment based on an established plan of care.
• Screen and evaluate residents and develop appropriate care plans.
• Plan, direct, or conduct rehabilitative treatment programs to improve communication and swallowing abilities.
• Administer, score, and interpret specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instruct residents, families, and caregivers on practicing new skills at home.
• Complete required forms and documents according to policy and regulations.
• Maintain patient records accurately and timely.
• Develop tools and treatments tailored to individual patient needs.

Skills

SNF patient care

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Travel ability

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology

State license in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Job Summary:

The Speech Pathologist will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with speech or language disorders, formulate individualized treatment programs.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, hearing, cognitive, or swallowing issues.
• Under a physician's direction, provides direct patient / resident treatment based on established plan of care.
• Screens and evaluates Resident and develops appropriate care plan
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and / or swallowing or cognitive problems.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge and skills to care for patient needs of the SNF population
• Must possess problem solving skills to successfully perform job
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with other employees, patients, and family members
• Ability to travel as needed to perform job

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Masters, or Doctorate in Speech language Pathology.
• State license as a speech pathologist required.
• Proficiency with all applicable state, federal, and professional standards

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.