Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

Miller's Merry Manor; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules for work/life balance

Job summary

A skilled nursing and rehabilitation center is seeking a Speech/Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, swallowing, and hearing disorders. This role involves collaboration with a dedicated therapy team, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. Candidates should have a Master's degree, state license, and preferably one year of rehab experience. Flexible schedules are available to promote work/life balance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Current state license/certification is necessary.
• Minimum one year experience in rehabilitation preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in Speech/Language Pathology methods.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients according to physician orders.
• Use therapeutic procedures for speech and language improvements.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for support.
• Provide therapy services in various care settings.
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Therapeutic procedures knowledge

Documentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Good Nursing/Therapy relationship

Easy access to local Regional Management Staff for support

Job Description

The Speech/Language Pathologist will evaluate and treat patients, in accordance with orders from the physician, through the use of therapeutic procedures designed to improve speech, language, swallowing, and hearing disorders to overcome disabilities from a variety of causes. The Speech/Language Pathologist will work as a member of a team providing support and information within the area of Speech/Language Pathology. The Speech/Language Pathologist will provide therapy services in locations including Skilled Nursing Facilities, Outpatient Facilities, Long Term Care Facilities, or Home Health Care. The role is part of a dedicated therapy team, offers a good nursing/therapy relationship, and provides easy access to local regional management staff for support.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients according to physician orders.
• Use therapeutic procedures to improve speech, language, swallowing, and hearing disorders.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide support and information within Speech/Language Pathology.
• Provide therapy services in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Outpatient Facilities, Long Term Care Facilities, or Home Health Care.
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Current state license/certification.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in rehabilitation (preferred).
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Willingness to provide therapy services in multiple care settings (Skilled Nursing, Outpatient, Long Term Care, Home Health).
• Demonstrated competency in applying principles, methods, materials, and equipment used in Speech/Language Pathology.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.

Additional Information

Flexible schedules available for work/life balance.