Speech Language Pathologist, PRN

The Springs; Batesville (AR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!

Competitive Compensation & Benefits!

Flexible Schedules!

Job summary

The Springs of Batesville in Batesville, AR seeks a per diem Speech-Language Pathologist to join our in-house rehab team providing person-centered care to residents.

Responsibilities include evaluating swallowing and cognitive deficits, developing treatment plans, providing AAC, and educating residents, families, and caregivers; licensure and ASHA certification required.

Qualifications

• Active Arkansas license in Speech‑Language Pathology.
• ASHA Certification required.
• Experience in SNF/long‑term care preferred.
• Knowledge of AAC and related communication approaches.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve independence.
• Provide AAC systems and training for severe communication disorders.
• Coordinate with Restorative Nursing and other staff.
• Document billing records and clinical notes accurately.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers.”],
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Skills

SNF/Long term care experience

Current treatment knowledge

Documentation familiarity

Interpersonal skills

Education

Arkansas licensure in Speech‑Language Pathology

ASHA Certification

Tools

Net Health EDS

Job description

The Springs of Batesville has an amazing opportunity for a Per Diem (PRN) Speech Language Pathologist in Batesville, AR!

We are looking for a SLP to join our in-house team of outstanding professionals that service our residents through person-centered care to achieve positive outcomes!

At The Springs of Batesville, our clinical teams service with compassion and commitment to quality care. Our staff is dedicated to providing customized care options for our residents and collaborate to create these programs and best practices with the intention of exceeding industry standards.

SLP Responsibilities:

• Evaluate Residents 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 as well as develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase client's independence and functioning.
• Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders.
• Provide training and education to clients, family, caregivers, and other professionals as a subject matter expert.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician.
• Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current Speech Therapy standards of practice.
• Communicate changes in resident's condition.
• Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting 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 all patient information.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.

SLP Skills:

• 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.

SLP Requirements:

• Active/Valid Arkansas license in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current ASHA Certification
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards

Career Advantages:

• In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits!
• Flexible Schedules!