Speech Language Pathologist (PRN - SLP) - West Melbourne Health & Rehab

Restore Therapy Services; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation service provider is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (PRN) in Melbourne, Florida. The role focuses on ensuring quality care while conducting evaluations, establishing care plans, and administering therapy. Candidates must have a valid therapy license, a Master's degree in Speech–Language Pathology, and at least one year of clinical experience. This position requires strong communication skills and familiarity with technology. Join our team dedicated to innovative rehabilitative therapy for seniors.

Qualifications

• Current and valid therapy license in Florida.
• One year of clinical experience in Speech–Language Pathology.
• Familiarity with Apple iPads and iPods is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and identify equipment needs for patients.
• Establish a plan of care to improve patients' functions.
• Administer speech therapy programs using specialized techniques.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Familiarity with computers

Knowledge of speech-language pathology

Education

Master’s degree in Speech–Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (PRN - SLP) - West Melbourne Health & Rehab

To ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained while providing therapy services to the patients in accordance with current federal, state, local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the facility.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts appropriate evaluations and identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function.
• Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care to improve patient’s function.
• Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/or equipment.
• Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated.
• Confers with referring physician and other organization personnel to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care contributes to the total plan of care.
• Participates in case conferences, in-services and other meetings required ensuring coordinated and comprehensive care, as appropriate.
• Prepares and submits notes per organization policy.
• Maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory.
• Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refers as appropriate.
• Adhere to all of the company’s policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must hold a current and valid therapy license in the state employed.
• Possesses a degree that includes an internship from an approved Master’s program in Speech–Language Pathology, or as required by applicable law and/or regulation.
• Meets the education and experience requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech–Language Pathology, granted by the American Speech–Language–Hearing Association (ASHA).
• A minimum of one (1) year's clinical experience in Speech–Language Pathology.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Familiarity with general use and functions of the computer, including starting programs, using files, apps and navigating screens. Use of internet, e-mail, and understanding confidentiality of user names and passwords. Experience with Apple iPads and iPods a plus.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Some travel may be required.
• Must be capable of performing the job functions of this position with or without accommodations.

Thank you for considering Restore Therapy Services as a prospective employer. We are one of the nation’s largest providers of innovative rehabilitative therapies and wellness-based programs to senior populations.

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