Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Recover-Care Heartland; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Annual Performance Evaluations

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Electronic Documentation

Employee Appreciation Events

Job summary

Recover-Care Heartland in Emporia, KS is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disorders under physician direction. You will develop care plans, administer tests, and educate families on home practice while adhering to state and federal guidelines.

The role requires a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology, active licensure, and clinical competency certification, with one year of experience

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Current license as Speech-Language Pathologist as required by state law.
• Certification in clinical competency.
• One-year clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under a physician’s direction, provides direct patient/resident treatment based on established plan of care.
• Screens and evaluates residents and develops appropriate care plans.
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and practice new skills.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with policy and regulations.
• Maintains patient records accurately and timely.
• Devises special tools and treatments for patient needs.

Education

Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology

Licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Clinical Competency Certification

Job description

ST SUMMARY

Evaluates and treats residents and patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

ST ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under a physician’s direction, provides direct patient / resident treatment based on established plan of care.
• Screens and evaluates Resident and develops appropriate care plan
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and / or swallowing or cognitive problems.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.

ST ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Current license in Speech Therapy as required by state law.
• Certification in clinical competency.
• One-year clinical experience preferred.

ST SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May supervise Rehab Aides, and others involved in program

ST Benefits:

• 401K
• Annual Performance Evaluations
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Electronic Documentation
• Employee Appreciation Events