Speech Therapist

TransPerfect; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPerfect is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to build and optimize therapy services for residents in the Georgia facility. The role includes evaluation and treatment after physician orders, population screening, and comprehensive documentation.

You will collaborate with leadership, supervise SLP-CFY, and ensure compliance with licensure and regulatory requirements while supporting family and facility in-services.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• State licensure or CFY completion required.
• ASHA certification or eligibility required or through grandfathering.

Responsibilities

• Build a strong Speech Language Therapy program in the facility.
• Optimize the functionality and skills of residents under supervision.
• Evaluate and treat residents after physician order and conduct screenings.
• Complete all necessary documentation and attend required meetings and in-services.
• Provide consultation and clinical supervision to SLP-CFY and maintain professional licenses.

Skills

Excellent communication

Professionalism

Time management

Caseload management

Education

MS in Speech Language Pathology

State licensure or CFY completion

ASHA certification or eligibility

Tools

Therapy software

EMR system

Job description

TransPerfect Is More Than Just a Job… Our greatest asset is our people, and nothing is more important to us than ensuring that everyone knows that. Each of our 100+ offices has its own individual identity, and each also has its own unique rewards.

DESCRIPTION

• Build a strong Speech Language Therapy program
• Optimize the functionality and skills of patients
• Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of residents after a written order received from physician
• Screening of facility residents
• Completes all necessary documentation
• Attend all required meetings and in-services, including but not limited to family meetings, care plans, staffing, utilization review
• In conjunction with Director of Rehabilitation, develop programs appropriate to the needs of the facility residents through the continuum of care
• Compliant with all infection control procedures and environmental protocol while following OBRA Resident’s Rights Guidelines
• Provide consultation and clinical supervision to SLP-CFY
• Maintain valid state license and awareness of issues related to the profession of SLP and healthcare environment
• Responsible for appropriate scheduling of residents
• Facilitates and completes family and facility staff in-services and education
• Assist the facility in meeting standards necessary to maintain state and federal certification
• Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for the role and assigned by the manager/supervisor

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations
• Strong time management and ability to manage caseload
• Physical Demands: Required to perform a variety of duties relative to the job, some of which require a moderate to heavy category of physical demand Push/Pull up to 300lbs, Standing, Sitting, Sustained Squatting, Repetitive Stooping, Trunk Twisting, Sustained Kneeling, Sustained & Repetitive Forward Reaching, Stair Climbing, Walking, Grasping, Fine Motor, Lifting

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters of Science Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Speech and Hearing Sciences
• State Licensure or proof of registration to complete Clinical Fellowship year in Speech Pathology followed by certification
• ASHA certification or proof of ASHA certification through grandfathering process

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Senior Living experience preferred
• PDPM knowledge
• Experience with therapy software/EMR Medicaid case mix knowledge

TransPerfect is the world’s largest provider of language services and technology solutions for global business. From offices in over 90 cities on six continents, TransPerfect offers a full range of services in 170+ languages to clients worldwide. More than 4,000 global organizations employ TransPerfect’s GlobalLink® Product Suite to simplify management of multilingual content. With an unparalleled commitment to quality and client service, TransPerfect is fully ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certified. TransPerfect has global headquarters in New York, with regional headquarters in London and Hong Kong. For more information, please visit our website at www.transperfect.com. To learn more about our company culture, please watch our videos below: TransPerfect Effect TransPerfect Core Values