Speech Language Pathologist SLP

Prima CARE PC; Sylvania (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prima CARE PC is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to work in a Skilled Nursing Facility. The role involves evaluating residents, designing therapy plans, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve communication and swallowing outcomes.

The position requires a graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology and CCC certification, with strong experience in adult and geriatric care. This on-site role supports patient and family education and end-of-life communication needs.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC).
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience in adult and geriatric care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents for speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans to meet residents' rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborate with nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, dietitians, and social workers to create a care plan.
• Maintain thorough records of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Educate residents and families about therapy goals, strategies to maximize quality of life, and swallowing safety.
• Provide support and education for palliative care focusing on communication and swallowing needs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Clinical knowledge

Geriatric care

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC certification

Job description

Full Time/Part Time

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

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.