Speech Language Pathologist

Presbyterian Homes & Services•Clive, IA

About The Position

Find purpose and passion in your work with a team focused on enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults. Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is a non-profit organization looking for someone like you, who is focused on living out your calling to serve. YOU become part of the most important resource in our ministry--focused on serving older adults, empowering them to live their best lives wherever they call home! You benefit from a cohesive, in-house therapy team and supportive organization with opportunities to learn and grow. Walnut Ridge is seeking a Temporary Speech Language Pathologist. Schedule: 5-15 hours/week with potential for travel to sister facility (Mill Pond) periodically. Temporary need for would 8-12 weeks long. WHY BECOME A THERAPIST WITH PHS? Great work/life balance and flexible schedules Competitive pay and annual increases Use your strengths to serve multiple settings – TCU/SNF, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home Health, and Outpatient Spend more time with your residents/clients with reasonable productivity expectations Paid mileage and drive time if traveling between communities Access to online continuing education courses & podcasts Scholarship program – awards up to $5,250 per year! May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Opportunities for growth and internal promotion! ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY Walnut Ridge senior living community in Clive, Iowa, provides a supportive environment for our employees and residents alike. Just inside the I-35 loop, within the Greater Des Moines area, is the suburb of Clive where you’ll find this vibrant community. Convenient access to highway corridors, hospital, trails, abundant retail, restaurants and services; Walnut Ridge is ideally located. This community offers the following care options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and a brand-new Care Center. Nearby towns include: West Des Moines, Waukee, Windsor Heights & Urbandale, Iowa.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program.
Current licensure in the state(s) of practice as required.
Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Responsibilities

Conduct a comprehensive assessment & evaluation using subjective and objective measures.
Develop treatment plans and programs in accordance with physician orders.
Provide quality treatments, actively progressing goals to achieve highest quality of life.
Conduct screens and provide education to residents/clients, families, caregivers, and staff.
Coordinate seamless discharges utilizing the full continuum of therapy and fitness services.
Provide accurate and timely documentation & billing in electronic medical record.
Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of payer sources and regulatory requirements.
Complete and document supervisory visits per regulations.
Communicate effectively with residents/clients, families, caregivers, physicians, referral sources, and interdisciplinary team.