Speech Language Pathologist SLP

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc. seeks a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist for a Skilled Nursing Facility setting. The role focuses on evaluating and treating residents with speech, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, with emphasis on strokes and age-related changes.

You will develop therapy plans, collaborate with the healthcare team, document progress, and educate patients and families to maximize independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) required.
• Strong clinical knowledge in adult and geriatric care.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans for residents.
• Collaborate with nurses, OT/PT, dietitians and social workers on care plans.
• Maintain thorough documentation of assessments, plans, progress, and discharges.
• Educate residents and families on therapy goals, strategies, and swallowing safety.
• Provide palliative care support focusing on communication needs.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

CCC

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

PRN SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Duties/Responsibilities:

Hearing ability sufficient to evaluate residents' speech.

Skill communicating verbally and in writing with residents and family members so that all parties understand the program and the degree of progress being made.

A Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) SLP job involves assessing and treating residents with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, often related to strokes, neurological conditions, or age. Responsibilities include developing individualized therapy plans, collaborating with the healthcare team, documenting progress, and providing patient and family education for improved functional independence.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment and Diagnosis:

Evaluate residents for speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing (dysphagia) disorders.

Treatment Planning:

Develop and implement individualized therapy plans to meet residents' specific rehabilitation goals.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration:

Work closely with nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, dietitians, and social workers to create a comprehensive and effective care plan.

Documentation:

Maintain thorough records of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.

Patient and Family Education:

Educate residents and their families about therapy goals, strategies to maximize quality of life, and appropriate diets for swallowing disorders.

Palliative Care:

Provide support and education for patients and families facing end-of-life care, focusing on communication and swallowing needs.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

A graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.

A Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC).

Strong clinical knowledge and experience in adult and geriatric care.

Empathy, adaptability, and excellent communication and collaboration skills.