Speech Therapist (SLP) - PRN

Sprenger Wellspring Silver Maple•Amherst, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sprenger Health Care is a third generation, leading developer, owner and operator of senior living communities and services in Ohio and South Carolina. Through its 12-nursing home, 10 assisted living, and 8 independent living communities encompassing nearly 2,000 beds, Sprenger Health Care provides exceptional health care services, including long-term nursing care, assisted and independent living, memory care, hospice, home care, respite care, and short-term post-acute rehabilitation. The position offers a competitive wage based on experience and various benefits. The company encourages professional growth and development and boasts many years of employment longevity.

Requirements

Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from and accredited program.
Certificate of Clinical Competency or eligibility for Clinical Fellowship Year.
Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
Current state licensure or license eligible.

Responsibilities

Provides speech therapy services to residents and initiates referrals when appropriate and in accordance with the Therapy Department Procedures.
Conducts screening of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
Evaluates residents to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
Conducts specialized evaluations as indicated.
Develops treatment plans by identifying a target list, including short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
Coordinates treatment plan with resident, family and other team members.
Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in treatment plan.