Speech Language Pathologist SLP

Glenburnie-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to evaluate and treat residents with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in a skilled nursing facility setting.

You will develop individualized therapy plans and work closely with a multidisciplinary team to optimize functional communication and swallowing safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) required.
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience in adult and geriatric care.
• Empathy, adaptability, and excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in residents.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans to meet rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, dietitians, social workers to create comprehensive care plans.
• Maintain thorough documentation including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Educate residents and families about therapy goals, strategies, and swallowing safety.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Empathy

Collaboration

Adaptability

Clinical knowledge (adult/geriatric)

Education

Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC Certification

Job description

FT SLP

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.