Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Topaz Fiscal Services LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Topaz Fiscal Services LLC in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a licensed Speech Therapist to assess and treat patients requiring rehabilitation in long-term/geriatric settings.

You will establish treatment programs with physician direction, document progress, educate patients and families, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care. HIPAA compliance is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from accredited speech-language pathology program.
• Valid license and state registration.
• Experience in long-term or geriatric care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs.
• Provide direct patient care and assess medical condition and functional capacity.
• Establish and administer treatment plans with physician direction.
• Document patients' condition and progress.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with all disciplines for patient-centered care.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Perform additional duties as directed by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Complete weekly progress notes, recertifications and discharge documentation.

Skills

Speech therapy

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Speech-language pathology degree

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients
• Document and record the patients’ condition
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

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.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

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