Speech Therapist
Services Offered
- Skilled Nursing
- Rehabilitation Therapy
- Long-Term Care
- Respite Care
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).
Plan direct or conduct rehabilitative treatment plans to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems of organic and non-organic etiology.
Other duties as requested.
Benefits
- Aligned Mission and Values
- Enhanced Quality of Care
- 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, EPA program, in-house training, generous PTO, including double-time holiday pay if worked with 8 recognized holidays, and leadership development through NARA and Management initiatives.
Education and/or Experience
- 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.
Location
Florence, Oregon, is a hidden gem along the Central Oregon Coast, offering a delightful blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant community life. Florence is proud of their state natural sites, historical lighthouse, scenic beaches, whale watching, its natural wonder caves, festivals and cultural heritage.