Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
PACS
•$49 - $55•Onsite
About The Position
Bridge Crest Post Acute is seeking dedicated and experienced Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our care team. If you are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a supportive and team-driven environment, we’d love to meet you.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Speech-Language Pathology
- Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Net Health and Point Click Care
- Ability to read technical procedures
- Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manual
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
- Ability to solve practical problem
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
- Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Washington
- Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices
- Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
- Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility
- CPR certification, if required by licensure
Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents to determine speech therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies
- Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence
- Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides
- Participates in ongoing communication with a supervising SLP to meet or exceed American SpeechLanguage-Hearing Association (ASHA) minimum supervision requirements
- Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning
- Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed
- Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements
- Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols
- Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and aspiration prevention strategies
- Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in swallows and cognition
- Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
