Speech Therapist (SLP)

Excelsior Care Group; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelsior Care Group seeks a Speech Therapist (SLP) to join the Isles of Boynton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center’s rehabilitation team on a PRN basis in Boynton Beach, FL. You will provide individualized speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing therapy to residents to improve communication, function, and quality of life.

The role requires ASHA certification or eligibility, Florida licensure, CCC-SLP eligibility, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• ASHA-certified or eligible for ASHA certification.
• Current or eligible for Florida Speech-Language Pathology licensure.
• CCC-SLP or eligible to obtain certification.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a skilled nursing or rehabilitation setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement speech-language therapy programs based on each resident’s needs and rehabilitation goals.
• Evaluate residents and provide interventions to improve communication, cognition, and swallowing.
• Assist residents in using adaptive communication devices when appropriate.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and other team members to develop and implement care plans.
• Monitor and document resident progress, modifying treatment programs as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and facility staff regarding speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing needs.
• Provide training and guidance to nursing and other staff regarding speech therapy techniques and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with standards.

Skills

ASHA-certified or eligible

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Facility: Isles of Boynton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Location: Boynton Beach, Florida

Schedule: PRN

Pay Rate: $57 per hour

Join Our Rehabilitation Team

Isles of Boynton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech Therapist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. In this role, you will provide individualized speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing therapy to help residents improve communication, function, and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized speech and language therapy programs based on each resident’s needs and rehabilitation goals.
• Evaluate residents and provide therapeutic interventions to improve communication, cognition, and swallowing abilities.
• Assist residents in learning and using adaptive communication devices when appropriate.
• Select therapeutic activities that align with residents’ physical and cognitive abilities, interests, and treatment goals.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement effective care plans.
• Monitor and document resident progress, modifying treatment programs as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and facility staff regarding speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing-related needs.
• Provide training and guidance to nursing and other staff regarding appropriate speech therapy techniques and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.
• Provide compassionate, resident-centered care while promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• ASHA-certified or eligible for ASHA certification.
• Current or eligible for Florida Speech-Language Pathology licensure.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) or eligible to obtain certification.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a skilled nursing or rehabilitation setting is preferred.

Background screening information:

Florida Clearinghouse

IND123