Speech-Language Pathologist — SNF PRN (10h/wk)

Avir at Reunion; Fairfield (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Avir at Reunion is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist for a PRN position in a Skilled Nursing Facility. Schedule is 10 hours per week with weekday/weekend availability preferred.

Responsibilities include evaluating swallowing and cognitive deficits, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing therapy to improve residents’ independence. AAC systems and training for residents, families, and staff are provided.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' swallowing or cognitive deficits.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase independence.
• Provide AAC systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders.
• Educate residents, families, caregivers and other professionals as a subject matter expert.
• Coordinate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician.
• Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current Speech Therapy standards of practice.
• Communicate changes in resident’s condition.
• Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation.
• Respond to family requests and concerns timely.
• Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff.
• Assure resident abuse or neglect does not occur.
• Observe confidentiality and safeguards for all patient information.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.

Job description

Avir at Reunion is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist for a PRN position in a Skilled Nursing Facility. Schedule is 10 hours per week with weekday/weekend availability preferred.

Responsibilities include evaluating swallowing and cognitive deficits, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing therapy to improve residents’ independence. AAC systems and training for residents, families, and staff are provided.