Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Carle Place (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for on-site work in New York. The role involves direct patient care, assessment, and developing individualized treatment plans within a multidisciplinary team in a top-rated skilled nursing facility.

The incumbent will document patient progress, educate families, and ensure compliance with confidentiality and regulatory standards. Prior LTC experience is preferred; NY licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited speech-language pathology program.
• Must hold a valid NY license and registration to practice.
• Experience with long-term care and geriatric populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer a therapy program with goals aligned to patient capacity and tolerance.
• Document patient condition and progress; maintain weekly notes and discharge documentation.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods and goals.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to improve life and function of patients.

Skills

Documentation writing

Team collaboration

Education

Graduated from accredited Speech Therapist program

Current NY license and registration

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Salary: Up to $45 an hour

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Responsibilities Include:

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Speech Language Pathologist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Speech Language Pathologist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patient's condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method. Work along side and as a team member of an interdisciplinary team formulating facility wide programming, policy, audits, and processes to improve the life and function of all patients.

Glengariff Healthcare Center, rated in the top 1% of skilled nursing facilities in the United States, is your premier destination for Sub-acute Rehabilitation & Long Term Care. Enveloped by beauty indoors and outdoors, guests are motivated to stretch themselves, attaining an optimal level of functioning. Once they are back on their feet, our mission is complete.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of NY
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time; adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.

Salary: Up to $45 an hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer