Speech Therapist

Regency Pacific; Omak (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation/PTO (state-based)

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401-K

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Regency Omak Rehabilitation & Nursing seeks a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive challenges in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

You will plan and administer medically prescribed therapy, review referrals, and perform initial evaluations including OASIS assessments. Join a compassionate, in-house rehab team dedicated to individualized resident care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of speech pathology and language disorders.
• Licensed as a speech-language pathologist by the State Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology or accrediting body.

Responsibilities

• Plans and administers medically prescribed speech therapy treatment for patients with speech, language and swallowing problems.
• Evaluates speech and language skills as related to medical, social and psychological factors.
• Reviews physician orders and patient records to determine speech therapy needs.
• Performs initial patient evaluation and documents OASIS assessments at appropriate times.
• Plans and prepares written treatment plans with input from physician, patient, and caregiver(s).
• Delivers direct or rehabilitative treatment to restore communicative ability, considering organic and non-organic etiologies.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (State Board)

Job description

We are Regency Omak Rehabilitation & Nursing, specializing in skilled nursing and long-term care services. We treat each of our residents with individualized compassionate care in a nurturing environment. We are looking for caring and compassionate individuals to join our team.

The Speech Therapist evaluates and treats residents and patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

You will:

• Plans and administers medically prescribed speech therapy treatment for patients with speech, language, and swallowing problems.
• Evaluates speech and language skills as related to educational, medical, social, and psychological factors.
• Reviews referral, physician’s orders, patient's condition, and medical records to determine speech therapy treatment indicated. Accepts physician orders regarding speech therapy services.
• Performs initial patient evaluation before initiating therapy. Performs and documents OASIS assessments at appropriate time points.
• Plans and prepares written treatment plans based on evaluation of patient data in conjunction with the physician, patient, and caregiver(s).
• Plan direct or conduct rehabilitative treatment plans to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems of organic and non-organic etiology.
• Other duties as requested.

Benefits of an In-House Therapy Staff Model:

• Aligned Mission and Values - Shared company values of Integrity, Respect. Commitment to Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork.Foster a culture of excellence and collaboration between departments - focusing on individualized care for the residents.
• Enhanced Quality of Care - Deliver consistent, personalized care through dedicated in-house teams, ensuring resident needs are met by tailored programs and a collaborative Rehab Care Model approach.
• Perks - Offer robust benefits, including continuing education funding (up to $750 annually with up to 2 days paid time off for CE course/training), license renewal, EPA program, in-house training, generous PTO, including double-time holiday pay if worked with 8 recognized holidays, and leadership development through NARA and Management initiatives.

You currently:

• Education and/or Experience: Graduate of an accredited school of speech pathology and language disorders.
• Licensed as a speech-language pathologist by the State Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology or the Accrediting Body.

Our Benefits:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO) - Based on State
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, & more)
• 401-K

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.