Speech therapist (SLP) in Assisted Living Facility

TieTalent; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An Assisted Living Facility in Connecticut seeks a Speech Therapist to provide patient evaluations and treatments. The ideal candidate will have a relevant master's degree, a current Connecticut license, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans and educating patients and families on best practices. The position requires travel between multiple sites and adherence to professional ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program of Speech Language Pathology with a minimum of a M.S.
• Holds current Connecticut license for Speech Language Pathology.
• Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech Language-Hearing Association.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients based on departmental standard.
• Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient’s symptoms.
• Treats patients with appropriate therapeutic techniques.
• Documents in accordance with insurance guidelines.
• Documents and codes treatment interactions in compliance with guidelines.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team and physicians regarding patient care.
• Supervises affiliated students as required and attends ongoing education.

Skills

Strong English communication skills

Basic personal computer skills

Ability to travel between multiple work sites

Education

Graduate of accredited Speech Language Pathology program

Current Connecticut license for Speech Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competency

Job description

Overview

Speech therapist (SLP) in Assisted Living Facility — Provides treatments to patients by evaluating function and selecting/applying appropriate treatments to improve or restore function. Participates in an interdisciplinary approach for in-servicing, community education, and clinical education of affiliating students. Potentially may be responsible for cross-site coverage.

Education/Certification

• Graduate of an accredited program of Speech Language Pathology with a minimum of a M.S.
• Holds current Connecticut license for Speech Language Pathology.
• Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech Language-Hearing Association.

Competencies

• This position requires an individual with strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must have basic personal computer skills in the use of Windows-based programs such as Word, Outlook and Excel as needed for department functions.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; travel is required in order to perform essential duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

• Job-Specific Competency: Evaluates patients based on departmental standard.
• Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient’s symptoms, level of activity, and medical status establishing individualized, appropriate, measurable goals for each patient.
• Treats patients with the appropriate and acceptable therapeutic techniques.
• Administers physical agents (modalities) and manual therapeutic technique to attain established goals.
• Utilizes effective techniques to assist in normalizing speech and language activity.
• Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities in order to maximize independent functional activity.
• Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate.
• Documents in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the department’s policies and procedures.
• Seeks and fosters interdepartmental communication and communication with the referring physician regarding patient care as evidenced by observation and chart review.
• Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily.
• Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the ASHA and the facility at all times as evidenced by observation.
• Performs all duties with proper body mechanics and safety to prevent injuries.
• Supervises at least one affiliated student per year.
• Attends a continuing education course to further/improve treatment techniques.
• Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as evidenced by documentation of educational program.