Speech Language Pathologist - PRN - Hoosier Health & Living

Cardon & Associates • Brownstown, IN

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About The Position

LifeSpan Therapy is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose, and treat residents with speech, language, communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. The role supports residents’ communication abilities, functional independence, social and emotional well-being, and overall outcomes. The Speech Language Pathologist collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team to create individualized treatment plans and provide compassionate, effective therapy. The position is PRN and may require occasional travel to other locations to provide therapy coverage.

Requirements

• Be a licensed therapist and a graduate of an accredited school.
• Hold a valid Indiana Operator’s license.
• Be able to travel occasionally to other locations if needed to provide therapy coverage.
• Have basic computer literacy for documentation and communication purposes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in outpatient or rehabilitation therapy settings.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience in resident and family education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of residents’ speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.
• Coordinate admission to and discharge from speech therapy with the Interdisciplinary Team, Restorative Care Nurse, and staff nurses.
• Provide therapy under specific medical orders and in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team.
• Monitor resident progress and adjust therapy techniques as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on communication strategies and therapeutic exercises.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including physicians, occupational therapists, and physical therapists, to coordinate resident care.

Benefits

• Weekly pay, or daily pay if preferred.
• Paid time off.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pet insurance.
• Access to CarDon University educational videos and skill-building opportunities.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development through the Leadership Acceleration Path (LeAP).

What This Job Offers

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