Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Nationwide Healthcare Services; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

great work environment

friendly staff and residents

state-of-the-art vent unit

Job summary

Polaris Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Delaware is seeking a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join our Rehab Team on a PRN shift. You will develop and implement treatment plans for speech, language, and swallowing disorders and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology, CCC-SLP, a Delaware license, and CPR certification, with strong organizational skills to deliver quality care in a nurturing,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA and Delaware licensure.
• Current CPR certification and strong organizational/time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to identify and solve patient needs while providing quality care.
• Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatments accordingly.
• Maintain positive interaction with patients, families, and caregivers while providing education and instruction for communication and swallowing disorders.
• Consults with and educates ancillary staff on speech and swallowing topics.

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited therapy program

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist

Shift Type: PRN

Benefits:

• great work environment

• friendly staff and residents

• state-of-the-art vent unit

Part of a pioneering health and wellness community that sits on 22 acres in Sussex County, Polaris Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center offers a unique nursing home environment that seamlessly harmonizes state-of-the-art post-acute services and a homelike environment with the most compassionate care. We are looking for caring and compassionate Speech Language Pathologists to join our Rehab Team!

Responsibilities for Speech Language Pathologist :

• Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on patient assessment/needs for any speech, language, communication, and/or swallowing disorders

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to identify and solve patient needs while providing quality care

• Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatments accordingly.

• Maintain positive interaction with patients, families, and caregivers while providing education and instruction for communication and swallowing disorders

• Consults with and educates ancillary staff on speech and swallowing topics, such as communication strategies, speech and language stimulation, and swallow safety.

Qualifications for Speech Language Pathologist :

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited therapy program and Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA

• Holds a current license for the state of Delaware

• Current CPR certificate

• Requires good organizational and time management skills