Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

1 Legacy, Inc; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Speech Language Pathologist to join their team in Billings, MT. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive evaluations and treatments to improve patients' abilities. Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing treatment plans, and adhering to Medicare processes. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech Pathology and experience in a skilled nursing facility are required. Full-time availability and CPR certification are also essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Speech Language Pathologist in Montana.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility is required.
• Ability to supervise and direct assistants and aides.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment programs to maximize speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities.
• Utilize appropriate evaluation tools and complete accurate evaluations.
• Manage Medicare Medical Review and Denials process.

Skills

Speech therapy

Patient evaluation

Direct supervision

Knowledge of medical terminology

CPR certification

Education

Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

A great Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) is looking for an experienced, hard-working Speech Language Pathologist to join their growing team in Billings, MT

The Speech Language Pathologist performs comprehensive evaluation and treatment as prescribed by a physician, to improve or restore a patient’s ability to function independently. He/she will plan, organize, develop, and administer speech therapy services to ensure safe and effective treatment plans for patients.

Job Description

• Provides treatment programs to maximize speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities within each patient’s structural or functional limitations
• Utilizing appropriate evaluation tools and completing accurate evaluations.
• Supervising Clinical Fellow and other SLPs in direct patient care and patient related activities.

Writing specific, objective documentation, which is outcome oriented and details the patient’s needs, potential to benefit from treatment, and progress achieved to date. Includes specific, objective measurable goals.

Managing Medicare Medical Review and Denials process in conjunction with Director of Rehabilitation and therapy staff

Qualifications

• Availability to work full-time as a Licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Montana.
• Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited Speech Therapy program.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility
• CPR certified

Knowledge in Speech-Language Pathology evaluation and treatment as they relate to medically based speech, language, and swallowing disorders.

Ability to supervise and direct assistants and aides.

Knowledge of medical terminology.

Ability to work with all types and levels of staff and patients.

Additional Information

Looking for a change in settings? Maybe you know someone who is looking for a new position. We encourage you to please apply. For more details on this position, please contact Christine Richie with

1 Legacy Healthcare Recruiters at 951-251-0997. Thank you have a great day