Licensed Speech Language Pathologist, Per Diem

Job Description

The Apple Rehab Difference

• Philosophy of Better Life: Focuses on the unique thoughts, ideas, and experiences of each patient and staff member.
• Quality Relationships: Emphasizes the importance of strong relationships between staff and patients.
• Best-in-Class Provider: Offers short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing services.
• Competitive Compensation: Includes a competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), and more.

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited SLP school
• Has CCC or is in CFY, and eligible for licensure
• Prior Long-term Care Experience Preferred

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates, develops, organizes, and implements resident care programs using selected ST procedures in individual and group sessions.
• Manages caseload through screening process and schedules treatment individually or in groups while meeting productivity expectations.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers in ST to continue upon discharge.
• Adheres to PPS guidelines and ensures all ST documentation/treatment conforms to documentation/billing policies and procedures.
• Provides oversight and direction of techs and assists in the supervision and education of affiliated students.
• Affirms the cleanliness, orderliness, and safety of the physical surroundings and equipment.
• Complies with ethical, regulatory, procedural, and professional standards and practice guidelines.

Residents’ Rights Functions

• Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy.
• Fosters feelings of self-worth and respect by treating residents with kindness and understanding.
• Knows and complies with Residents’ Bill of Rights.
• Reports all grievances and resident complaints to the administrator and/or Director of Nursing immediately.
• Reports any incident involving rehab staff to the RVP immediately.

Physical Requirements

• Good physical and mental health.
• Some lifting, fine hand-eye coordination, and good hearing acuity is involved.
• Visual and hearing acuity to detect changes in residents’ conditions and respond to pages.
• Ability to communicate with residents, families, staff, co-workers, medical personnel, regulatory agencies, and consultants.