Traveling Geriatric Speech-Language Pathologist

Lebanon Rehabilitation; Tacoma (WA); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lebanon Rehabilitation in Tacoma, WA seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with speech, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities under physician plans. Travel between Puget Sound facilities is required, with comprehensive documentation and coordination with therapy staff.

The role emphasizes delivering direct patient care in a sub-acute/long-term care setting, developing treatment plans, and supervising families and caregivers on home practice.

Qualifications

• Current knowledge of effective speech therapy techniques.
• Familiarity with geriatric population needs.
• Strong clinical capabilities and patient-focused approach.

Responsabilités

• Screens and evaluates patients and develops care plans.
• Provides direct patient treatment under physician guidance.
• Develops rehabilitation programs to improve communication and swallowing.
• Administers, scores, and interprets speech tests.
• Educates residents, families, and caregivers on therapy practices.
• Completes clinical records and HIPAA-compliant documentation.
• Collaborates with rehab staff and nursing teams.

Connaissances

Clinical speech therapy

Geriatric care needs

Documentation & records

Formation

BS in Speech Language Pathology

Description du poste

Lebanon Rehabilitation in Tacoma, WA seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with speech, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities under physician plans. Travel between Puget Sound facilities is required, with comprehensive documentation and coordination with therapy staff.

The role emphasizes delivering direct patient care in a sub-acute/long-term care setting, developing treatment plans, and supervising families and caregivers on home practice.