Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Mohawk Meadows Rehab and Nursing Center; Andover (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional growth

Job summary

Mohawk Meadows Rehab and Nursing Center is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide per diem assessment, treatment, and consultation for patients with communication and swallowing disorders. The position offers a supportive team environment and opportunities to work on diverse cases in a long-term and short-term care setting.

The role requires a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology and a New Jersey state license.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• New Jersey state license and certification in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Per Diem schedule with flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients with communication and swallowing disorders, including assessments of speech, language, fluency, voice, and swallowing function.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address patients' communication and swallowing needs.
• Provide direct patient care, including individual and group therapy sessions, and consult with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation teams to develop and implement evidence-based interventions to improve patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to ensure the highest level of patient care.
• Stay current with best practices in speech-language pathology and apply this knowledge to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Assessment

Treatment planning

Direct patient care

Team collaboration

Progress documentation

Evidence-based practice

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

NJ state license in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Per Diem

At Mohawk Meadows Rehab and Nursing Center, we are dedicated to setting the standard as a premier provider of comprehensive, compassionate, short-term and long-term care. Our unwavering commitment is to ensure the well-being of our residents by delivering innovative, personalized care that addresses their clinical, functional, physiological, and emotional needs.

About the Role:

As a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) at Mohawk Meadows Rehab and Nursing Center, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, providing assessment, treatment, and consultation services to individuals with communication and swallowing disorders. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional care, and we are seeking a talented and compassionate SLP to join our dynamic team.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients with communication and swallowing disorders, including assessments of speech, language, fluency, voice, and swallowing function

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address patients' communication and swallowing needs

• Provide direct patient care, including individual and group therapy sessions, and consult with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care

• Collaborate with rehabilitation teams to develop and implement evidence-based interventions to improve patient outcomes

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to ensure the highest level of patient care

• Stay current with best practices in speech-language pathology and apply this knowledge to improve patient outcomes

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent

• New Jersey state license and certification in Speech-Language Pathology

• Per Diem schedule with flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays

What We Offer:

• A supportive and dynamic team environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Competitive salary and benefits package (to be determined)