Speech Language Pathologist- PRN- Peachtree

Ahava Therapy Services; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to join their team at a skilled nursing facility. This role involves evaluating and treating patients, developing tailored treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes. With a focus on compassionate care and innovative therapy practices, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. The facility boasts state-of-the-art rehabilitation resources, ensuring you have the tools needed to succeed. If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role could be your next career step.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Daily Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Free Life Insurance

401K with Company Match

Student Loan Repayment

Free CEUs through Ahava University

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech and Language Therapy required.
• Must maintain valid state licensure and CCC-SLP certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients according to standards.
• Develop individualized treatment programs based on assessments.
• Document treatment progress and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Observation Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

BLS CPR Certification

Job description

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Ahava Therapy Services provides Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy services.We are committed to providing innovative care to our patients through Teamwork and Interdisciplinary collaboration, utilizing evidence-based therapies designed to address each patient's needs. We aim to maximize our patients' potential while improving their quality of life.

To lead the revolution in therapy services using our knowledge, art, and skill inherent in the profession while demonstrating respect and compassion for the individual patient.

We hiretherapists who share our vision, working diligently to restore function while preventing further decline in patients' ability to perform daily meaningful tasks. This person must demonstrate strong observation skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work closely with others in a manner essential to delivering the highest level of care to all patients.

Ahava Therapy Services is hiring a PRN SLP for Peachtree Centre in Gaffney, SC. This 111-bed skilled nursing facility has 30 beds specifically for short-term rehab. Peachtree offers long and short-term rehab along with outpatient services. Peachtree has a state-of-the-art rehab gym with community reintegration to facilitate our resident's highest level of function. This facility is located just 40 minutes outside Charlotte, NC, and 30 minutes outside Spartanburg, SC.

Responsibilities

• Follow acceptable practice standards to evaluate and treat patients according to Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial insurance, etc.
• Conduct and document a thorough assessment of the resident to determine swallowing and communicative deficits and equipment needs.
• Develop and implement an individualized treatment program based on the initial evaluation and containing achievable functional goals.
• Comply with evaluation, treatment, and documentation guidelines and consistently maintain timely and accurate departmental records.
• Enter a treatment and progress notes in each treatment session's resident record.
• Revise the resident's treatment program, as needed, based on the resident performance.
• Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format.
• Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform residents of any potential risk during any process.
• Work with nursing staff, residents, and families to maximize residents' use of functional abilities.
• Instruct residents and family/another caregiver about therapeutic procedures to be continued by the resident at home following discharge.
• Assisted in the referral process when a resident required additional services following discharge. Maintain current knowledge of community resources.
• Attend and participate in or provide information for rehabilitation team conferences regarding resident progress, problems, or needs.
• Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings as required.
• Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities to maintain clinical currency.
• Participate in and provide in-service education sessions.
• Participate in the quality improvement process by responding appropriately to results of medical record audits, resident satisfaction surveys, safety activities, and regulations.
• Act in compliance with Ahava Therapy Services' regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
• Adhere to facility policies and procedures and participate in facility quality improvement and safety programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required to provide quality care to residents.
• Understand reimbursement by various payers and allocate therapy resources efficiently by resident goals and outcomes related to discharge destination.
• Knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination, and third-party reimbursement guidelines.
• Support the company's mission and vision in providing compassionate care;
• Independently performs duties and recognizes situations where direct supervision is needed; willingly helping others.
• Maintain the expected productivity level that has been discussed and is expected for your position at your particular facility/facilities.

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Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
• Must maintain valid state Speech Language Pathology licensure
• Must maintain a BLS CPR certification

Benefits For Full-Time/Part-Time

Competitive pay, Daily pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, Ancillary insurance, FSA, PTO, Free Birthday Holiday, Holiday Pay, Free Life Insurance, 401K with Company Match, Student Loan Repayment and Free CEUs through Ahava University.