Speech and Language Pathologist - Nursing Home assesses and treats speech and language disorders and impairments in a nursing home or long term care setting. Conducts patient evaluation of speech and language skills using applicable diagnostic materials and tools. Being a Speech and Language Pathologist - Nursing Home develops treatment plans that utilize appropriate intervention approaches, strategies, and materials. Establishes treatment priorities that include advising, educating and counseling the patient. Additionally, Speech and Language Pathologist - Nursing Home documents assessment and patient progress. Collaborates with physicians, family members, and other clinical providers. May direct support staff in assisting with treatment. Ensures that treatment aligns with patient needs and is within the parameters set by the payer. Requires a master's degree in speech pathology or equivalent. Requires Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) and may require a state license. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Speech and Language Pathologist - Nursing Home's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Description: Speech Language Pathologist
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join our team. As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will work with individuals of all ages who have communication and swallowing disorders, providing assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of these conditions. Your main goal will be to help enhance their communication abilities and improve their quality of life.
Responsibilities:
1. Conduct comprehensive evaluations: Perform thorough assessments to identify communication and swallowing disorders, including speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing impairments.
2. Develop customized treatment plans: Create individualized plans based on assessment results, setting realistic goals, and selecting appropriate treatment techniques and strategies.
3. Provide therapy sessions: Administer therapy sessions to individuals with various communication disorders, incorporating evidence-based practices and utilizing a variety of therapeutic interventions.
4. Monitor progress: Continuously evaluate and document patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans accordingly to ensure the most effective outcomes.
5. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams: Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, occupational therapists, psychologists, and educators, to provide comprehensive care and coordinate treatment plans.
6. Educate patients and their families: Educate individuals and their families about communication disorders, treatment expectations, and home exercises or strategies to support progress outside therapy sessions.
7. Perform ongoing research: Stay up-to-date with advancements in the field of speech language pathology and contribute to ongoing research and evidence-based practices.
8. Maintain records and documentation: Keep accurate and detailed records of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, billing, and other required documentation.
9. Adhere to ethical and professional standards: Follow all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines to ensure the highest standards of care and confidentiality for patients.
Requirements:
Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a difference in the lives of individuals with communication disorders. Apply now to become a part of our dynamic Speech Language Pathology department.
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