Speech Therapist - Elevate Communication in Senior Care

Sweetwater Care; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Topeka seeks a compassionate Speech Therapist to provide speech, language, and swallowing therapy to residents in a skilled nursing facility. You will evaluate and treat using evidence-based techniques, create treatment plans, and document progress in accordance with guidelines.

The role requires a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, current state licensure, and healthcare experience. We value effective communication and teamwork in delivering patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited university.
• Current state licensure in the state practicing.
• Experience in long term care or skilled nursing, preferred.
• Possess effective communication skills to maintain positive relationships with residents, families, staff, physicians, consultants, providers, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to the company guidelines, professional standards and community needs.
• Provides professional treatment while using therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with speech, language, hearing, oral motor, swallowing and cognitive disorders.
• Plans activities and provides therapeutic services for speech and language disorders.
• Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current prospective patients; participates in qualify assurance and customer service activities.
• Perform patient evaluations and develop treatment plan, including short-term and long-term goals, consistent with physician orders and appropriate for the patient’s overall medical condition.
• Carry out patient care plans or portions thereof, determining appropriate progression of patients within real of the established care plan.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

High school Diploma

State licensure

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Topeka seeks a compassionate Speech Therapist to provide speech, language, and swallowing therapy to residents in a skilled nursing facility. You will evaluate and treat using evidence-based techniques, create treatment plans, and document progress in accordance with guidelines.

The role requires a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, current state licensure, and healthcare experience. We value effective communication and teamwork in delivering patient-centered care.