Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

Community First Solutions•Hamilton, OH

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About The Position

Are you passionate about helping older adults communicate, connect, and live their best lives through specialized therapy and support? We are seeking a Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Therapy Department at Jamestowne, a short-term rehab facility with an additional focus on outpatient services, with Community First Solutions. In this role, you’ll provide comprehensive speech-language pathology services including evaluations, treatment planning, ongoing reassessments, and discharge planning while collaborating with residents, families, and healthcare professionals. You’ll diagnose communication and swallowing disorders, develop individualized treatment programs, and support residents in regaining or strengthening speech, cognition, and functional communication skills. Your expertise, compassion, and commitment to excellence will directly enhance residents’ independence, safety, and quality of life.

Requirements

Current Ohio Speech-Language Pathology license
Master’s degree from an accredited SLP program
At least two years of SLP experience, preferably in geriatrics or long-term care
Skilled at evaluating communication and swallowing disorders, developing and modifying treatment plans, and documenting outcomes
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused mindset
Maintain high standards for infection control, safety, and therapeutic best practices
Comfortable working with electronic health records and partnering with interdisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional resident care
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Physical Therapy (Master’s degree preferred).
Current Ohio Physical Therapy License.
At least two years physical therapy experience in long-term health care setting.

Responsibilities

Administers physical therapy in compliance with Federal, State, local, and Community First Solution’s standards, policies, and guidelines ensuring quality care and service to Community First Solution’s residents.
Interacts with health professionals, residents, families, and support groups to ensure the maximum rehabilitation, while serving as a client advocate at all times.
Evaluates residents by administering muscle, neurological, gait, and functional tests.
Establishes treatment goals based on the evaluation of the resident in conjunction with the resident’s needs.
Develops treatment programs and provides ongoing assessments and modification as changes in resident’s condition occur.
Prepares, transmits, and maintains timely and accurate records to include the initial evaluation, progress notes, discharge summary, and attendance records.
Complies with OSHA standards and ensures the safety of the resident in their care at all times.
Adheres to infection control policies, professional therapeutic services policies and all Community First Solution’s policies and procedures.
Adhere to all policies and procedures of the organization and all federal and state laws regarding the privacy of protected health information.
Adhere to all policies and procedures of the organization regarding the use of technology and technology-based information.
Responsible for welcoming and on-boarding new employees.