Speech Language Pathologist (PRN)

Excelsior Care Group; Live Oak (FL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelsior Care Group is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (PRN) for Live Oak Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Live Oak, Florida. The role involves direct resident therapy and collaboration with the rehab team to enhance communication skills and maintain quality of life.

The position requires ASHA certification, Florida licensure eligibility, and CCC-SLP eligibility, with preferred nursing home experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• ASHA certification is required or eligible.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Florida.
• Eligible for CCC-SLP (ASHA).
• Nursing home experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to acquire adaptive communication devices and train residents in their use.
• Design personalized therapy activities based on residents' abilities, interests, and goals.
• Consult with the team to develop individualized therapeutic regimens tailored to each resident's needs.
• Instruct and guide residents in skill-building activities, monitoring their progress and adaptability.
• Adapt therapy programs to meet evolving resident needs and goals.
• Actively participate in care meetings, staffing, and facility events.
• Lead training programs for medical, nursing, and therapy staff in speech therapy techniques.
• Supervise support personnel following state and professional standards.
• Foster a compassionate environment that respects individual needs and rights.

Skills

Nursing home experience

Compassionate care

Education

Graduate of accredited Speech-Language Pathology program

ASHA certification

Licensed or eligible for licensure in Florida

CCC-SLP eligibility

Job description

Job Opportunity: Speech Language Pathologist (PRN) Facility: Live Oak Healthcare and Rehabilitation Location: Live Oak, Florida Shift: PRN Salary: $55–$57 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to acquire adaptive communication devices and train residents in their use.
• Design personalized therapy activities based on residents' abilities, interests, and goals.
• Consult with the team to develop individualized therapeutic regimens tailored to each resident's needs.
• Instruct and guide residents in skill-building activities, monitoring their progress and adaptability.
• Adapt therapy programs to meet evolving resident needs and goals.
• Actively participate in care meetings, staffing, and facility events.
• Lead training programs for medical, nursing, and therapy staff in speech therapy techniques.
• Supervise support personnel following state and professional standards.
• Foster a compassionate environment that respects individual needs and rights.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Florida.
• Eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Nursing home experience is preferred but not required.