Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN

The Arboretum of Winnie; Weatherford (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

The Arboretum of Winnie in Texas is seeking a per diem Speech Language Pathologist to join our in-house team and deliver person-centered care to residents focused on swallowing and cognitive goals.

The role involves direct assessments, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, AAC support, education for residents and families, and collaboration with nursing and therapy staff. Texas licensure and ASHA certification required. Per diem, flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology must be active and in good standing.
• Current ASHA Certification is required.
• Experience in SNF/long-term care preferred.

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 and develop treatment plans.
• Provide AAC systems for individuals with expressive/language disorders.
• Train clients, families, and caregivers as a subject matter expert.
• Coordinate with physicians for diagnostic swallowing procedures as ordered.
• Demonstrate competent technical skills according to standards of practice.
• Communicate changes in resident's condition.
• Provide accurate billing records and clinical documentation.
• Respond to family requests and concerns timely.
• Coordinate training with Restorative Nursing and other staff.
• Ensure no abuse or neglect occurs; protect confidentiality and comply with laws.

Skills

SNF/Long term care experience

Current knowledge of treatment

Net Health EHR

Personality management

Education

Texas license in SLP

ASHA Certification

Tools

Net Health EHR

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.