Speech Therapist

About the role

The Speech Therapist evaluates and treats residents and patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Plans and administers medically prescribed speech therapy treatment for patients with speech, language, and swallowing problems.
• Evaluates speech and language skills as related to educational, medical, social, and psychological factors.
• Reviews referral, physician’s orders, patient's condition, and medical records to determine speech therapy treatment indicated.
• Accepts physician orders regarding speech therapy services.
• Performs initial patient evaluation before initiating therapy.
• Performs and documents OASIS assessments at appropriate time points.
• Plans and prepares written treatment plans based on evaluation of patient data in conjunction with the physician, patient, and caregiver(s).
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment plans to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems of organic and non-organic etiology.
• Other duties as requested.

Benefits of the In-House Therapy Staff Model

• Aligned Mission and Values: Shared company values of Integrity, Respect, Commitment to Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork. Foster a culture of excellence and collaboration between departments, focusing on individualized care for the residents.
• Enhanced Quality of Care: Deliver consistent, personalized care through dedicated in-house teams, ensuring resident needs are met by tailored programs and a collaborative Rehab Care Model approach.
• Perks: Robust benefits, including:
  • Continuing education funding (up to $750 annually with up to 2 days paid time off for CE course/training).
  • License renewal support.
  • EPA program and in-house training.
  • Generous PTO, including double-time holiday pay if worked (8 recognized holidays).
  • Leadership development through NARA and Management initiatives.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of speech pathology and language disorders.
• Licensed as a speech-language pathologist by the State Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology or the Accrediting Body.

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO) - Based on State
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, & more)
• 401-K