Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN

Longmeadowhealthcare; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible schedules

In-house Rehab opportunities

Job summary

Longmeadowhealthcare is looking for a Per Diem (PRN) Speech Language Pathologist to join its in-house team in the Town of Texas, Wisconsin. This role involves evaluating resident conditions, providing specialized therapy, and educating clients and caregivers, with a focus on achieving positive outcomes. Ideal candidates will have an active Texas license, current ASHA certification, and experience in skilled nursing or long-term care. The position offers competitive compensation and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Active Texas license is required.
• ASHA certification must be current.
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate resident conditions for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Help residents achieve goals to improve cognition or swallowing.
• Communicate changes in resident’s condition.
• Provide skilled speech and language therapy assessments.
• Respond to family requests and concerns in a timely manner.

Skills

SNF/Long-term care experience

Current knowledge of treatment practices

Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System

Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities

Education

Active/Valid Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology

Current ASHA Certification

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 resident conditions for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Help residents achieve goals to improve cognition or swallowing.
• Provide education for residents and caregivers.
• Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments, develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase client’s independence and functioning.
• Provide augmentative and alternative communication systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders.
• Provide training and education to clients, family members, 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 in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other care staff.
• Assure that resident abuse or neglect does not occur.
• Observe confidentiality and safeguards for all patient information.
• Comply 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 graduates 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.