Speech Language Pathologist

Burlington Health and Rehabilitation Center•Burlington, WI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Burlington Health and Rehab is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist to plan, organize, develop, and direct speech-language pathology services in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, as well as direction from the Administrator. The role aims to maintain the highest degree of quality resident care. The position is listed as full-time with flexibility or per diem/PRN, at the Burlington, Wisconsin facility. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered. Pay is based on years of experience, and benefits may vary based on employee status.

Requirements

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology.
Certificate of Clinical Competency.
Active SLP license in the state or states of practice.
Maintain current licensure and certification through ongoing continuing education and professional development.

Responsibilities

Provide quality speech therapy services and initiate referrals when appropriate, following established standards of practice, therapy department procedures, and productivity standards.
Evaluate residents and obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
Develop treatment plans that include target lists, short-term goals, and long-term goals.
Instruct patients, families, and staff in appropriate speech-language procedures to support carryover of therapeutic remediation and goals in daily activities.
Complete compliant, medically necessary documentation in accordance with CMS expectations using NetHealth EMR systems.
Oversee and implement proper protocols for FEES/MBS in coordination with site programs.
Participate in screening protocols to ensure residents' needs are met timely and with clinical excellence.