Speech Language Pathologist Senior Living

Reliant Rehabilitation•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is based in an Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care setting. The Speech-Language Pathologist provides therapy and related services for patients, maintaining positive interactions with facilities and clients in accordance with Speech-Language Pathology therapy principles and Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. The position involves providing quality patient care, including screening and evaluation, developing initial and ongoing treatment plans, discharge planning, supervising assistants and Rehab Techs, and managing cases. The individual must maintain professional conduct representing Reliant Rehabilitation's commitment to quality and service and adhere to all state and federal regulations regarding speech-language pathology therapy.

Requirements

Effective clinical problem-solving skills to include but not limited to: identify and prioritize issues in a responsive manner, develop sound and innovative action plans, execute action plans on a timely basis, and ensure appropriate results
Be a strong team player
Strong verbal & written communication skills
Ability to build strong relationships with a diverse population
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports
Ability to work in a fast-paced, productive work environment
Master’s Degree, or equivalent, in Speech Language Pathology
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
Basic Internet navigation skills
Valid Speech-Language Pathologist state license (where appropriate)
Capable of lifting thirty (30) pounds of dead weight alone

Responsibilities

Optimize communication, cognitive-linguistic abilities, and swallowing skills of patients by providing, directing, and/or overseeing speech therapy in the following: screening of residents, as appropriate; evaluate and treat patients who may benefit from therapy as referred by state approved referral source; comply with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely billing and documentation in the medical record
Establish and maintain effective interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team, and other clientele which reflects patient-centered care
Directly supervise Rehab techs in tasks during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes efficient and effective utilization of resources and facilitates the ongoing development of clinical skills in accordance with State Practice Acts, Omnibus Reconciliation Act (OBRA), and Reliant Rehabilitation policy
Build a strong Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) therapy program by participating in the following activities: actively integrating SLP therapy’s role into community and interdisciplinary treatment team; contributing to community patient care, utilization review, case management, administrative staff/department head, and family conference activities and communications; establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with other health care professionals and colleagues in the community; making appropriate referrals to other members of the rehabilitation team, developing and implementing new programs/techniques to enhance rehabilitation services; adhering to Reliant Rehabilitation and client specific policies and procedures related to environmental safety, orderliness, risk management, infection control, and emergency preparedness; and adhering to the requirements of the patient’s rights and privacy
Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities
Maintain valid state license (where appropriate)
Maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of speech-language pathology therapy and the health care environment
Understands various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines, as well as clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery
Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines
Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a community
Maintain confidentiality of Reliant Rehabilitation, community, and patient information
Must conduct self in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner at all times
Must adhere to the policies, principles, and guidance within the Team Member Handbook and Code of Business Conduct
Must be able to travel between facilities during scheduled hours
Must be able to work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays
Attends all mandatory meetings, trainings, and assignments as delegated
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned