Speech-Language Pathologist: Rehab & Communication Specialist

Emerald Nursing & Rehabilitation Center; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerald Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Florida is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat speech and language disorders in a skilled nursing facility. You will assess residents, plan functional goals, and deliver evidence-based therapy in collaboration with the care team.

The role requires a Florida license, active CPR certification, and ongoing clinical documentation to track progress and outcomes for each resident.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Active Florida professional license.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates residents/patients referred by physicians and develops a treatment program with long- and short-term goals.
• Provides treatment as ordered by the attending physician and assesses progress to adjust therapy as needed.
• Contacts physicians for reports and care updates; observes, records, and reports responses to therapy.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Emerald Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Florida is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat speech and language disorders in a skilled nursing facility. You will assess residents, plan functional goals, and deliver evidence-based therapy in collaboration with the care team.

The role requires a Florida license, active CPR certification, and ongoing clinical documentation to track progress and outcomes for each resident.