Speech Therapist

TransPerfect Connect; Georgia; On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPerfect Connect is looking for a qualified Speech Language Pathologist in Georgia. This role involves building a strong therapy program, evaluating patients, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology, possesses relevant licensure, and has excellent communication and time management skills. This position offers a supportive environment focused on enhancing the skills and functionality of residents.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology or equivalent.
• State licensure or registration for Clinical Fellowship.
• ASHA certification or proof of certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat residents based on physician orders.
• Document patient progress and treatment plans.
• Develop therapy programs according to resident needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong time management

Professionalism

Education

Masters of Science Degree in Speech Language Pathology

State Licensure

ASHA certification

Tools

Therapy software/EMR

Job description

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