SLP Speech Therapy

North Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center•Manitowoc, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

North Ridge Health and Rehab is hiring a Speech Therapist (SLP) to plan, organize, develop, and direct Speech Language Pathology services in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as directed by the Administrator. The goal is to maintain the highest degree of quality resident care. The role provides speech therapy services to residents and supports the timely identification of their needs. Full-time positions are eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus. Flexible scheduling is offered. The Speech Therapist evaluates residents, develops and implements treatment plans, instructs patients, families, and staff in therapeutic procedures, and completes compliant, medically necessary documentation in NetHealth. The role also oversees and implements protocols for FEES/MBS in coordination with site programs and participates in screening protocols. The posting describes a supportive workplace with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, performance reviews, employee appreciation programs, continuing education, PTO and holiday pay, a 401(k) plan, career development, low staff-to-patient ratios, referral incentives, health, dental, and vision coverage, and life and disability insurance. Benefits may vary based on employment status, and compensation is determined by years of experience.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.
Certificate of Clinical Competency.
Active SLP license in the state or states of practice.
Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification.

Responsibilities

Provide quality speech therapy services and initiate referrals when appropriate, following standards of practice, department procedures, and productivity standards.
Evaluate residents and obtain data needed for treatment planning and implementation.
Develop treatment plans that include target lists and short- and long-term goals.
Instruct patients, families, and staff in speech-language procedures to support carryover of therapeutic remediation and goals in daily activities.
Complete compliant, medically necessary documentation in accordance with CMS expectations using NetHealth EMR systems.
Oversee and implement proper protocols for FEES/MBS in coordination with site programs.
Participate in screening protocols to ensure residents’ needs are met in a timely manner and with clinical excellence.
Plan, organize, develop, and direct Speech Language Pathology services in accordance with applicable standards, guidelines, regulations, and direction from the Administrator.