Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens; Inwood (NY); Sur place; USD 59 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens is actively seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to deliver and direct Speech Therapy services. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning and collaboration with the care team to meet patient goals.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and current state licensure or eligibility. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Current state licensure or license eligibility is required.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills.
• Works well in a team and supports others.

Responsabilités

• Provide and direct Speech Therapy services to patients, including assessment and treatment.
• Conduct screenings to determine need for intervention or treatment.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with goals.
• Coordinate treatment with patients, families and team members.
• Document assessments, treatments and outcomes as required.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Formation

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current state licensure or license eligible

Description du poste

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens is currently searching for a Speech Language Pathologist. The SLP will provide and direct Speech Therapy services to patients to include assessment and treatment, development and implementation of programs, and related professional in-services. Performs duties under the direction of physician’s orders.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Responsiblities:

• Provides Speech Therapy services to patients and initiates referrals when appropriate and in accordance with Speech Therapy Department procedures.

• Conduct screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.

• Evaluates patients to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation. Conducts specialized evaluations as indicated.

• Interprets and communicates evaluation findings to patients, family, and other team members.

• Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members.

• Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including short and long term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.

• Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family, and other team members.

• Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician orders.

• Recommends and obtains appropriate equipment to improve patient’s communication. Instructs patient, family and staff in use of augmentative communication devices.

• Participates in discharge planning.

• Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the patient in their own environment.

• Documents results of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up, and termination of services.

• Supervises students and volunteers in accordance with state regulations.

• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.

• Records indirect and billable treatment times according to Speech Therapy Department procedures and submits weekly/monthly statistics to regional office.

• Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice, department procedures and productivity standards.

• Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the health care professional.

• Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance Programs as required.

• Adheres to established confidentiality standards.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Requirements

• Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

• Current state licensure or license eligible

• Demonstrates good skills in all forms of communication

• Maintains education and development appropriate for position

• Works well with others in a spirit of team work and cooperation

• Performs position specific job functions at an acceptable level

• Supports health system mission, vision and values

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation: $43-$48/hour