Speech Language Pathologist, Per Diem

Gardner Heights Health Care Center•Shelton, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications which may be required of the employee assigned to the position. Depending on the size of the facility the job duties may vary. Receipt of the job description does not imply or create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind; my employment with the Company is at-will. Provides quality resident care to enable the resident to achieve and maintain the maximum level of functional ability while maintaining positive level of interaction with facility and resident.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited SLP school, has CCC and eligible for licensure

Responsibilities

Working with the RD, evaluates, develops, organizes and implements resident care programs through the utilization of selected ST procedures in individual and group sessions.
Manages caseload in all areas of identifying residents through screening process and scheduling treatment individually or in groups while maintaining productivity expectations.
Instructs resident, family, and caregivers in ST to be continued upon discharge.
Adheres to PPS guidelines, ensures all ST documentation/treatment conforms to documentation/billing policies and procedures.
Working with RD, provides oversight and direction of techs and assists in the supervision and education of affiliating students.
Assists in the assurance that the physical surroundings and equipment are sanitary, orderly and free from conditions that may cause safety hazards.
Complies with ethical, regulatory, procedural and professional standards and practice guidelines.
Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy.
Fosters feelings of self worth and respect by treating residents with kindness and understanding.
Knows and complies with Residents’ Bill of Rights.
Reports all grievances and resident complaints to administrator and/or Director of Nursing immediately.
Reports any incident involving rehab staff to RVP immediately
Maintains own professional competence as well as learning new creative trends in ST treatment through participation in continuing education, seminars and training programs.
Attends all mandatory in-services.