Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN

Silver-Tree-Nursing-; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house Rehab (non-contracted)

New grads welcome to apply

Competitive compensation

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Silver Tree Nursing is seeking a Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Texas to join our in-house rehab team. You will evaluate residents for swallowing or cognitive deficits, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide AAC solutions while educating residents and caregivers.

The role requires an active Texas license and ASHA certification, with in-house rehab and flexible schedules; new grads are welcome to apply and compensation remains competitive.

Qualifications

• Active Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current ASHA Certification.
• In good standing with regulatory agencies and licensing boards.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide AAC systems for severe language disorders.
• Educate residents, caregivers and staff.
• Coordinate with other professionals for swallowing procedures.
• Maintain accurate billing and clinical documentation.
• Communicate changes in resident’s condition.

Skills

Long-term care experience

Clinical knowledge

Net Health EMR

Personality management

Education

Texas SLP license

ASHA Certification

Job description

We have an amazing opportunity for aPer Diem (PRN) Speech Language Pathologist!

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

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 Texas 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)!
• New Grads welcome to apply!
• Competitive Compensation!
• 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.