SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST/SLP

Paradigmhcs; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join their in-house rehabilitation team. This role focuses on diagnosing and treating speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive disorders, ensuring residents receive personalized care. The ideal candidate will have a Texas license and a passion for enhancing residents' quality of life through tailored treatment plans. With competitive compensation, flexible schedules, and a supportive environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of residents. Join a team that values empowerment and excellence in care.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Flexible schedules

In-house Rehab (non-contracted)

Qualifications

• Active Texas license and ASHA Certification required.
• Experience in SNF/Long-term care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Provide skilled speech and language assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Educate residents and caregivers.

Skills

Experience in SNF/Long-term care settings

Knowledge of current treatment practices

Familiarity with Net Health Electronic Documentation System

Ability to work with diverse personalities

Education

Active Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology

Current ASHA Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Paradigm at the Oak - Schulenburg, TX

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Paradigm at the Oaks has an exciting opportunity for a In-House, Consistent PRN Speech Language Pathologist in Schulenburg, TX.

We are seeking a dedicated SLP to join our in-house team of rehabilitation specialists. At Paradigm at the Oaks, our clinical teams deliver compassionate and quality care, offering customized care options for our residents and collaborating to develop best practices that exceed industry standards.

Don't wait to make a difference – apply today!

Job Summary

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) will diagnose, plan, and treat speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive disorders. The SLP will also document patient treatments, changes in condition, and other relevant information.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Assist residents in improving cognition or swallowing abilities.
• Educate residents and caregivers.
• Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language assessments and develop individualized treatment plans to enhance independence and functioning.
• Implement augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive or comprehension disorders.
• Train and educate clients, families, caregivers, and professionals as a subject matter expert.
• Coordinate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by a physician.
• Maintain competent technical skills according to current standards of practice.
• Communicate any changes in residents' conditions.
• Accurately complete billing records and clinical documentation.
• Respond promptly to family requests and concerns.
• Coordinate and train with Restorative Nursing and other care staff.
• Ensure resident safety by preventing abuse or neglect.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard patient information.
• Comply with all legal and professional requirements at federal, state, and local levels.

Career Advantages

• In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Flexible schedules

All inquiries will be kept confidential.

Qualifications

SLP Skills

• Preferred experience in SNF/Long-term care settings.
• Knowledge of current treatment practices.
• Familiarity with Net Health Electronic Documentation System is a plus.
• Ability to work with residents of diverse personalities.

Required Licensure

• Active and valid Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current ASHA Certification.
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.

Paradigm Healthcare was founded on the belief that empowering each other leads to better care. We focus on a human-centered approach, building an empowered team to provide unparalleled care to our residents.