Speech Therapist

Alliance Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Irvington (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Alliance Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Irvington, NJ, is seeking a compassionate Speech Therapist to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. You will evaluate and treat residents with communication, swallowing, and cognitive disorders while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to promote independence and quality of life.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, current NJ license or eligibility, CCC-SLP, and at least one year of SNF experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• New Jersey SLP license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• CCC-SLP from ASHA or eligibility to obtain certification.
• At least 1 year of nursing home or SNF experience.
• Experience with dysphagia, cognitive deficits, and communication disorders.
• Experience with PointClickCare and Net Health preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized speech therapy treatment plans.
• Implement evidence-based treatment interventions and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Provide therapy for cognitive-communication disorders, speech and language impairments, dysphagia, oral motor disorders, perceptual deficits, orientation, and psychosocial functioning.
• Assess residents' progress and modify treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Coordinate the acquisition and implementation of adaptive communication devices and train residents in their use.
• Select therapeutic activities appropriate to each resident's physical abilities, cognitive level, and personal interests.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate residents and families on treatment goals, progress, and home strategies when appropriate.
• Participate in care conferences, resident reviews, and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Conduct in-service education and training for nursing and clinical staff regarding speech therapy techniques and best practices.
• Supervise supportive personnel in accordance with state regulations and professional standards.
• Maintain therapy equipment and report any maintenance or repair needs.
• Deliver exceptional resident-centered care in a compassionate and respectful environment.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

PointClickCare

Net Health

Job description

Speech Therapist (PRN)

Facility: Alliance Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Location: Irvington, NJ
Position: Speech Therapist (PRN)
Schedule: PRN
Pay: $60.00-$65.00 per hour

Join Our Team!

Alliance Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate and experienced Speech Therapist to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. In this role, you will evaluate and treat residents with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders while working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to help residents achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized speech therapy treatment plans.
• Implement evidence-based treatment interventions and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Provide therapy for cognitive-communication disorders, speech and language impairments, dysphagia, oral motor disorders, perceptual deficits, orientation, and psychosocial functioning.
• Assess residents' progress and modify treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Coordinate the acquisition and implementation of adaptive communication devices and train residents in their use.
• Select therapeutic activities appropriate to each resident's physical abilities, cognitive level, and personal interests.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate residents and families on treatment goals, progress, and home strategies when appropriate.
• Participate in care conferences, resident reviews, and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Conduct in-service education and training for nursing and clinical staff regarding speech therapy techniques and best practices.
• Supervise supportive personnel in accordance with state regulations and professional standards.
• Maintain therapy equipment and report any maintenance or repair needs.
• Deliver exceptional resident-centered care in a compassionate and respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current New Jersey Speech-Language Pathologist license, or eligibility for licensure in the State of New Jersey.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), or eligibility to obtain certification.
• 1 year of nursing home or skilled nursing facility experience required.
• Experience treating residents with dysphagia, cognitive deficits, and communication disorders.
• Experience using PointClickCare and Net Health preferred.
• Excellent communication, documentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.