Speech/Language Pathologist
About The Position
Southview Acres Healthcare Center, a skilled nursing facility, is seeking a PRN in-house Speech/Language Pathologist. The facility emphasizes quality care, continuous improvement, interdisciplinary teamwork, and a respectful, caring environment for residents, families, and staff. The Speech/Language Pathologist assesses referred patients who need rehabilitation services, provides direct patient care to evaluate medical condition and functional abilities and limitations, and determines rehabilitation potential. Under the direction of a physician, the therapist establishes and administers treatment programs with goals suited to each patient's capacity and tolerance. The role also includes documenting patient conditions and educating patients and families about the plan of care.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Speech Therapy college program or university.
- Valid professional license and registration for the state of Minnesota.
- Well-versed in EMR documentation.
- Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services, including their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations, restrictions, and rehabilitation potential.
- Provide direct patient care and establish and administer treatment programs under the direction of a physician.
- Set realistic, achievable patient goals based on capacity and tolerance.
- Complete evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, and discharge documentation.
- Document and record patient conditions and educate patients and families about the plan of care.
- Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered treatment and care.
- Adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.
- Comply with confidentiality requirements and HIPAA.
Benefits
- Affordable health and dental insurance
- Free life insurance
- Paid time off
- Extra pay for holidays
