Speech-Language Pathologist - Skilled Nursing & Rehab Impact

Apple Rehab Inc; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Rehab Inc. seeks a Speech Language Pathologist for Gardner Heights, a 110-bed skilled nursing community in Shelton, CT.

You will provide resident-focused speech therapy to maximize functional abilities, under the Rehabilitation Director, with a focus on both long-term and short-term care needs. Responsibilities include caseload management, patient and family education, and adherence to PPS guidelines and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited SLP program.
• CCC certification and licensure eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Working with the Rehabilitation Director to evaluate, develop, organize and implement resident care programs.
• Manage caseload and schedule treatment in individual or group sessions while meeting productivity expectations.
• Instruct resident, family and caregivers in speech therapy to be continued upon discharge.
• Adhere to PPS guidelines and ensure documentation/billing complies with policies.
• Oversee and direct speech therapy technicians; assist in supervising affiliating students.
• Ensure the environment and equipment are sanitary, orderly and safe.
• Comply with ethical, regulatory, procedural and professional standards.

Education

SLP degree (accredited)

CCC certification

Licensure eligibility

Job description

Apple Rehab Inc. seeks a Speech Language Pathologist for Gardner Heights, a 110-bed skilled nursing community in Shelton, CT.

You will provide resident-focused speech therapy to maximize functional abilities, under the Rehabilitation Director, with a focus on both long-term and short-term care needs. Responsibilities include caseload management, patient and family education, and adherence to PPS guidelines and documentation standards.