Speech-Language Pathologist

Elderwood•Waverly, NY

7d•$34 - $50

About The Position

Elderwood at Waverly is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to support residents and their families through compassionate, expert care. The role helps ensure residents’ health and well-being by evaluating communication needs, recommending and carrying out speech-language therapy plans when appropriate, and coordinating audiometric screening and referrals for further audiology services. The position maintains high standards of quality care and works with physicians and a multidisciplinary care team to support resident outcomes. The Speech-Language Pathologist documents evaluations, progress, and discharge summaries; contributes to care planning and staff education; maintains program records and inventory; and helps manage the program within its annual budget. A state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist and a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology are required. The posting lists an hourly salary range of $34.00 to $50.00.

Requirements

Master of Arts or Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an approved school.
State license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
Current, valid CPR/BLS credential.
Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
Maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others.
Verification of qualifications by the State Department of Health Rehabilitation Therapies, including license or certification number.
Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence.
Willingness to uphold the company’s vision and mission and follow its core values.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

Clinical Competence Certification from the American Speech and Hearing Association.

Responsibilities

Screen residents for communication problems upon request, conduct in-depth evaluations, and provide written recommendations for a therapy plan of care when appropriate.
Coordinate audiometric screening and refer residents for further audiology evaluations or treatment when necessary.
Initiate speech-language therapy plans of care according to physician orders and maintain required contact with physicians during treatment.
Respect residents’ rights and treat residents with respect and kindness.
Maintain written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries for residents receiving speech-language treatment.
Confer with other staff about residents’ special needs and integrate speech-language treatment with the goals and approaches of other disciplines.
Attend resident care planning and family/resident care plan review meetings for residents in the speech-language treatment program.
Maintain records, including resident statistical reports, in-service education information, budget information, and material and equipment inventory.
Submit statistical reports to Business Office staff for Medicare billing and complete assessment forms upon request.
Attend staff meetings and required or preferred in-service training.
Participate in developing and conducting in-service training for facility personnel involved in resident care.
Review written speech-language policies and procedures annually and make necessary revisions.
Maintain program costs within the annual budget parameters.
Deliver comprehensive treatments and ensure high standards of quality care.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support resident outcomes.