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Job ID #15300 | Perm | Manchester, NH
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Description
Our client is seeking a Speech Therapist (SLP) part time to organize and implement speech therapy treatment programs for long-term and rehabilitative residents. This is a beautiful facility with a great team put in place.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Speech-Language Pathologist plans, organizes and implements speech-language pathology services in accordance with current federal, state and local standards governing the facility and as may be coordinated by the Director of Rehabilitation to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is delivered.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Working with the Director of Rehabilitation, evaluates, develops, organizes and implements patient/resident care programs through the utilization of selected speech-language, swallowing and aural rehabilitation testing and treatment procedures.
* Administers selected aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, and swallowing evaluation tests.
* Evaluates, fits and adjusts adaptive and augmentative communication devices to assist the patient/resident in maximizing functional abilities.
* Participates in conferences, consultations, Facility Care Plan meetings, as needed, and educational programs designed to improve patient/resident care and staff performance as directed by the Director of Rehabilitation.
* Instructs patient/resident and family in speech-language pathology procedures to be continued upon patient/resident discharge.
* Consults with physicians concerning goals and treatment plans and monitors the presence of any contradictions to treatment.
* Adhering to regulatory guidelines, ensures all speech-language pathology documentation/treatment conforms to documentation/billing policies and procedures, and meets requirements for third party payer documentation and reimbursement.
* Conducts routine quality assurance studies and monitors program evaluation indicators.
* Working with the Director of Rehabilitation, provides oversight and direction of the Speech- Language Pathology Assistants, Techs and Volunteers and assists in the supervision and education of affiliating students.
* Assists in the assurance that the physical surroundings and equipment are sanitary, orderly and free from conditions that may cause safety hazards.
* Performs other duties as assigned and allowed by State Practice Acts and regulation.
* Employee must demonstrate working knowledge of and compliance with the facility Compliance program, policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations.
* Employee shall ensure utmost regard for the protection of patient/resident health information and company sensitive information including compliance with company policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
* Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
Graduate of an accredited speech-language pathology school, eligible for licensure in the state in which the program is located, and has ASHA Certification. Supervisory training or certification required. Ability to work flexible work hours to support state and federal resident care requirements. Prior experience in long-term care is preferred.
SLP CFY's welcome to apply. Call Deavin for consideration!
Call Deavin Boehme toll-free at 800-657-6517 to learn more about this opening.
If your preference is email, please send a note to:
deavin@masmedicalstaffing.com
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