Speech-Language Pathologist SLP - Keizer

Key Responsibilities

• Provides speech pathology services to patients according to licensure
• Directs and supervises the work of assistants, rehab aides, and students as applicable with state and federal guidelines
• Fulfills all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding personal protection and patient safety
• Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education
• Participates in department operations and development
• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care

Associate Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations pursuant to M.D. orders, payer authorizations, and facility/payer source guidelines
• Develops treatment plan and provides treatment, consistent with benefit and reimbursement level for the best functional outcome for the patients
• Edits documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, weekly summaries, or monthly reports as required
• Maintains appropriate state licensure, certification, and credentialing
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner
• Makes appropriate referrals to other members of the rehab team

Requirements and Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an approved curriculum in Speech Language Pathology
• Able to practice unencumbered
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
• Experience: Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
• Full knowledge of residents' rights
• Exudes professionalism in presentation
• Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment