Speech Language Pathologist - SLP - Skilled Nursing - Home Health

Good Samaritan Society; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance

Generous time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Hastings, NE seeks a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to join the Skilled Rehab and Home Health team. You will administer evaluations and plan treatments for residents with speech, language, cognitive or swallowing disorders; collaborate with case managers and care staff.

Requires state licensure as an SLP, ASHA CCC or CFY status, valid driver's license, and BLS certification. The role includes travel between home health patients and facilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist.
• ASHA CCC or currently completing CFY certification.
• BLS for health care providers required.

Responsibilities

• Administers speech and language evaluations and tests to diagnose and plan treatments.
• Develops individualized treatment plans for residents with speech and swallowing disorders.
• Provides services, monitors progress and ensures compliance with standards.
• Educates clients and collaborates with the care team to optimize outcomes.
• May supervise assistants and input documentation per guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Diagnostic evaluation

Client care

Education

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist

ASHA CCC or CFY

BLS certification

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: Gss Ne Hastings Perkins Pav
Location: Hastings, NE
Address: 300 S 1st Ave, Hastings, NE 68901, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $32.50 - $52.00

Department Details

The Skilled Rehab and Home Health team at Good Samaritan Grand Island and Hastings seeks to hire a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team. The position is full time, 35-40 hours per week, M-F (weekdays/weekends/holidays can be flexible), covering the Skilled Nursing Facilities and surround area Home Health clients. New grads welcomed! We are looking to hire a candidate who can compliment our team. Paid travel and mileage between home health patients.

Job Summary

Administers speech and language evaluations, tests or examinations to diagnose and plan treatments for clients/patients/residents with various speech problems and swallowing disorders. Assesses clients/patients/residents with various speech, language, cognitive or swallowing problems and develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical diagnoses. Provides speech and language services to clients/patients/residents; monitors disease progression and adjusts treatments accordingly. Instructs clients/patients/residents in practicing speech and language therapeutic exercises; provides consultation for clients/patients/residents working through speech and language treatment processes. Ensures all speech and language related standards, policies, protocols and quality requirements are met.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Based on assigned area, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments when applicable.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist.

When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred by GSS Facilities): Holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or currently working on Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).

When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0254272
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No