Speech-Language Pathologist - Rehab & Swallowing

Sweetwater Care; Colorado; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Colorado is seeking a licensed speech-language pathologist to assess and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders in a SNF setting. The role focuses on improving intelligibility, safety of swallowing, and using augmentative devices when needed.

You will plan and implement therapy, document progress, and collaborate with physicians and other therapists, ensuring compliance with reimbursement guidelines and company policies while delivering compassionate

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop treatment plans with physician orders.
• Provide speech-language therapy services across disorders.
• Document progress notes and discharge summaries timely.
• Collaborate with occupational, physical therapists and physicians.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid and other reimbursement systems.
• Maintain patient care records in accordance with policy.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Assessment

Documentation

Team collaboration

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Colorado is seeking a licensed speech-language pathologist to assess and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders in a SNF setting. The role focuses on improving intelligibility, safety of swallowing, and using augmentative devices when needed.

You will plan and implement therapy, document progress, and collaborate with physicians and other therapists, ensuring compliance with reimbursement guidelines and company policies while delivering compassionate