Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Country Meadows•Bethlehem, PA

About The Position

At Country Meadows, our therapists do more than treat conditions—they help residents connect, communicate, and live with purpose. The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing disorders while delivering resident-centered therapy that promotes rehabilitation, functional independence, and quality of life. Services are provided in accordance with Pennsylvania licensure requirements and professional standards. Current opportunities: Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders, or a closely related field from an accredited program acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
Current licensure, certification, or credentialing as required by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Knowledge of speech-language pathology principles and evidence-based practices with a resident-centered approach to care.
Ability to evaluate, treat, and document communication and swallowing disorders while respecting resident rights, dignity, and individual preferences.
Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team to support resident-centered outcomes.
Must be able to communicate the English language effectively both orally and in writing and comprehend the same.

Responsibilities

Screens, examines, and evaluates patients, including review of medical history, systems review, and administration and interpretation of appropriate assessments to establish a diagnosis and plan of care.
Develops measurable treatment goals and intervention plans in collaboration with patients, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team.
Implements speech-language pathology treatment plans and adapts programs based on patient needs, progress, and tolerance.
Provides therapeutic services in areas including, but not limited to: Cognitive-communication Speech intelligibility Oral-motor skills Swallowing disorders/dysphagia Perceptual abilities Orientation and memory Pragmatics Psychosocial expression Functional communication
Performs routine re-examinations and progress assessments to modify or advance treatment plans as clinically indicated.
Addresses communication and swallowing needs related to medical, neurological, and age-related conditions across the patient population served.
Performs Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) when appropriately trained, credentialed, and deemed competent in accordance with professional guidance and organizational policy.
Coordinates the acquisition of adaptive and alternative communication (AAC) devices and instructs patients, families, and caregivers in their use.
Facilitates identification of hearing deficits and initiates appropriate referrals for assessment, diagnosis, rehabilitation, and/or personal amplification.
Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary care team to select and implement appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Attends and actively participates in patient care conferences, rehabilitation meetings, and other related meetings.
Makes referrals to other disciplines or external agencies to address comprehensive patient needs.
Ensures effective and efficient delivery of rehabilitation services, including adherence to established plans of care, patient schedules, and departmental expectations.
Completes all clinical documentation accurately and timely, in compliance with payer, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Above standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k)
Length of service bonus
Generous paid time off, including holidays, your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning and the opportunity to roll over unused time
Supplemental life insurance, company-paid short-term disability and supplemental short- and long-term disability plans
Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.
Direct access to your supervisory team
Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement
On-the-job training and continuing education
Employee assistance program for you and your family
Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)
Helping Hand interest-free loans