Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) (Full-time & Per diem)

Glen Cove Center for Nursing and Rehab; City of Glen Cove (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Glen Cove Nursing and Rehabilitation seeks a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist to assess patients in a geriatric setting and provide direct care. You will establish and monitor treatment plans under physician direction, set realistic goals, and document patient progress.

Education requires an accredited SLP program and NY licensure. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and patient-family education are essential to deliver high-quality care in a nursing facility.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Must hold valid NY state licensure.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation writing skills.
• Experience with case mix index and PPS scheduling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and provide direct care to determine rehabilitation potential.
• Establish and administer treatment plans with specific goals.
• Document patient conditions, progress notes, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families about therapy methods.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and ensure patient confidentiality.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Patient service

Documentation writing

Education

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Glen Cove Nursing and Rehabilitation has Full-time & Per diem opportunities for Speech Language Pathologists

Our SLP is responsible for the assessment of patients: 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.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for the 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, recertification and discharge documentation.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide the 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 the 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.

Work Location: In person

Salary: $46.00-$60.00 per hour (90,000-100,000 annually for Full-time, $60 per hour for Per diem)

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