Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

Middleburg Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Middleburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Middleburg Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Florida seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with communication and swallowing disorders. The role requires a degree in Speech-Language Pathology, active Florida licensure, and excellent communication skills.

You will participate in interdisciplinary care, document progress, and contribute to staff training. Collaboration with the rehab team and ongoing professional development are core expectations, with adherence to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current state licensure in Florida.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for screening, evaluation, and treatment of residents needing Speech Language Pathology services.
• Reviews medical information and conducts screenings to determine patient need for services.
• Performs evaluations under physician order and develops treatment plans.
• Implements treatment plans and supervises staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

The Speech and Language Pathologist must: have a Bachelors and/or Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology, have a current state license, have excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrate competency in therapy treatment and evaluation principles, techniques, materials, and equipment utilization, and demonstrate knowledge of state and federal accreditation standards.

The Speech and Language Pathologist:

• Assumes responsibility for the screening, evaluation, and treatment of facility patients/residents needing Speech Language Pathology services
• Reviews medical information and conducts screenings prior to evaluations to determine patient need for services and ability to benefit from skilled services
• Performs patient’s evaluations under physician order and develops a treatment plan in accordance with patient’s needs
• Implements treatment plan through direct treatment, education of treatment staff, and supervision of speech therapy staff
• Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth and development by participating in continuing education programs and other appropriate learning experiences
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, facility, and physician-related information
• Maintains accurate billing information, in accordance with procedures, on a daily basis
• Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings, as appropriate, to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team
• Attends and participates in family meetings, as appropriate
• Adheres to documentation requirements of the Rehabilitation department and the facility
• Conducts staff training/education, as appropriate, via formal and informal in-services and consultations
• Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and Rehab Policy and Procedure Manual
• Supervises non-professional staff, as appropriate

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