Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York seeks a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to assess referred patients and deliver rehabilitative care. You will establish treatment plans, document patient progress, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to improve function and quality of life.

The role requires NY licensure and experience in geriatric or long-term care settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Valid NY state license/registration required.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric care preferred.
• Proficient in clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and develop treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care and document progress.
• Set realistic goals and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team on programming and processes.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Documentation writing

Patient service skills

Clinical excellence

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited SLP degree

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Salary: Up to $45 an hour

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Responsibilities Include:

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Speech Language Pathologist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Speech Language Pathologist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patient's condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method. Work along side and as a team member of an interdisciplinary team formulating facility wide programming, policy, audits, and processes to improve the life and function of all patients.

Glengariff Healthcare Center, rated in the top 1% of skilled nursing facilities in the United States, is your premier destination for Sub‑acute Rehabilitation & Long Term Care. Enveloped by beauty indoors and outdoors, guests are motivated to stretch themselves, attaining an optimal level of functioning. Once they are back on their feet, our mission is complete.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 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.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time; adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.

Salary: Up to $45 an hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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