Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN

Bertram Nursing; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!

New grads welcome to apply!

Competitive compensation!

Job summary

Bertram Nursing in Wisconsin is seeking a Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist to join our in-house rehab team. This SLP will assess swallowing and cognitive function, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement therapeutic interventions to support resident independence.

This role requires Texas licensure, ASHA certification, and SNF/long-term care experience. The SLP will educate residents and caregivers and coordinate with other professionals to ensure compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices.
• Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve swallowing or cognition.
• Provide AAC systems for individuals with communication disorders.
• Educate residents and caregivers.
• Coordinate with other professionals for diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Ensure accurate billing records and clinical documentation.

Skills

SNF/Long term care experience

Treatment practices

Net Health EHR familiarity

Patient personality management

Education

Texas Speech-Language Pathology license

ASHA Certification

Tools

Net Health EHR system

Job description

We have an amazing opportunity for a Per Diem (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!

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.(note)???
• 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.