Speech Language Therapist,

The Encore at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Hillsboro Pines (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

The Encore at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join our rehabilitation team. You will assess referred patients, develop treatment plans, and work closely with families to support recovery in a long-term care setting.

Applicants must be licensed in Florida, have a degree in Speech-Language Pathology, and demonstrate strong documentation and patient-centered care. A collaborative, compassionate approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Must hold a valid professional license and Florida registration.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric care is preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and patient-centered care.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide best patient care.
• Adherence to confidentiality and HIPAA; professional behavior at all times.
• Background screening required per Florida requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs and goals.
• Provide direct patient care and establish treatment plans with specific goals.
• Document and monitor patient condition, progress, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods and expectations.
• Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Licensure required

Geriatric care experience

Education

Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

The Encore at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is looking for a talented and hard-working Speech and Language Therapist to join their ever-growing team. Today, under new ownership, we are creating an inimitable, revitalizing Rehabilitation Environment to provide the short term patient with a luxurious, five-star experience that meets and exceeds all expectations.

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 patients 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 patients condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.

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 FL
• 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 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.

Competitive salary and benefits package offered!

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Background Screening Rrequirment:

This position is subjet to Florida background screening requirments.

For information please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com