Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN

HONEY GROVE NURSING CENTER; Honey Grove (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house Rehab

New grads welcome

Competitive compensation & Benefits

Flexible schedules

Job summary

HONEY GROVE NURSING CENTER is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to join our in-house rehab team serving residents with person-centered care aimed at positive outcomes.

You will evaluate swallowing and cognition, develop treatment plans, provide AAC systems, and educate residents and families while collaborating with other professionals to ensure quality care.

Qualifications

• Active/Valid Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology.
• In good standing with regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices.
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase independence.
• Provide AAC systems for expressive/ language disorders.
• Coordinate with physicians for diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Provide education to residents, families, and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate billing records and clinical documentation.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Clinical assessment

Education

Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Net Health EHR

Job description

We have an amazing opportunity for a PRN Speech Language Pathologist! 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!

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.

Requirements

• Active/Valid Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
• 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.

Career Advantages

• In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!
• New Grads welcome to apply!
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits!
• Flexible Schedules!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.