Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) (Full-time & Per diem)

Glen Cove Center for Nursing and Rehab • Glen Cove, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Glen Cove Nursing and Rehabilitation is hiring Speech Language Pathologists for full-time and per diem opportunities. The Speech Language Pathologist assesses patients by providing direct patient care to evaluate their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations, restrictions, and rehabilitation potential. Under the direction of a physician, the SLP establishes and administers treatment programs with goals tailored to each patient’s capacity and tolerance. The role also involves setting realistic, achievable goals, documenting patient condition and progress, and educating patients and families about appropriate therapy methods.

The SLP collaborates with other disciplines to provide patient-centered treatment and care, maintains confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and Federal Residents’ Rights, and performs other duties assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation. The work is performed in person.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• A valid professional license and registration for the state of New York.
• Well-versed in documentation writing, including evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification, and discharge documentation.
• Exceptional patient service skills and the ability to demonstrate clinical excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ medical conditions, functional capabilities, limitations, restrictions, and rehabilitation potential through direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs under the direction of the physician, with goals suited to patients’ capacity and tolerance.
• Set realistic and achievable patient goals.
• Document and record patients’ conditions, including evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, and discharge documentation.
• Educate patients and families about appropriate therapy methods.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered treatment and care.
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours, and demonstrate professionalism.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Comply with confidentiality requirements, HIPAA, and Federal Residents’ Rights.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed