Speech Language Pathologist PRN
About The Position
Cooper River Post Acute is a 176-bed skilled nursing facility in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to provide resident-centered evaluation and treatment. The position evaluates and treats residents with speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders; develops individualized plans to support functional independence; and collaborates with residents, families, physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the healthcare team. The SLP maintains compliant medical documentation, provides education and training, and helps support the facility’s rehabilitation and quality improvement programs. The role also includes supervision of clinical fellows or students when applicable, participation in care and rehabilitation meetings, and education for residents, families, caregivers, and facility staff. The work takes place in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting with a usually low-to-moderate noise level. The listed pay is $50 per hour. The position is PRN.
Requirements
- Current license as a Speech-Language Pathologist or Speech Therapist in the state of practice; the license must remain in good standing.
- Meet state continuing education requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Proficient computer skills, including entering data into programs such as Net Health and PointClickCare.
- Ability to read technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals, and to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.
- Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting and other movements, and lifting or exertion to assist residents or handle equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred; Clinical Fellows are encouraged to apply if applicable.
- Skilled nursing or rehabilitation experience is a plus.
- Master’s or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology preferred.
- CPR certification, if required by licensure.
- Additional certification as appropriate per facility.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents to determine speech therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve functional independence.
- Assess and manage swallowing disorders to promote safe nutrition and hydration, including aspiration prevention strategies.
- Communicate with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families about progress, goals, and discharge planning.
- Participate in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
- Train facility staff and provide in-services, including assisting the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
- Supervise Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellows and students in resident care and related activities, if applicable and consistent with the state practice act.
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
- Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
- Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise and maintenance programs, safety techniques, and aspiration prevention.
- Recommend and facilitate ordering durable medical equipment to support residents’ independence in swallowing and cognition.
- Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and rehabilitation program development as assigned.
- Encourage and motivate residents and recognize their progress and milestones.
Benefits
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Employee recognition programs
- Collaborative and supportive therapy and nursing teams
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Pay of $50 per hour
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Career Level
Mid Level
