Part Time Speech Language Pathologist (Slp)

PART TIME SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (SLP)

Estimated Average Pay Range: $35-46

WellsburgHealthcare Center, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, has a Part Timeposition available for a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP). Our therapists are in-house and members of the CommuniCare family. This is an exciting opportunity making a direct impact through therapy.

As a CommuniCare employee you will enjoycompetitive wages and PTO plans. We offer full time employees a menu of benefit options fromlife and disability plans to medical, dental and vision coverage, from quality benefit carriers. We also offer401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelors and/or a Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an Accredited Program.
• Speech Therapy License (Required)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate competency in therapy treatment and evaluation principles, techniques, materials and equipment utilization.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of state and federal accreditation

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Evaluate, Review, and Screen patient’s/resident’s medical charts, evaluations under physician order and develop a treatment plan in accordance with patient’s needs.
• Plan, direct, or conduct rehabilitative treatment programs to improve communication, swallowing, and/or cognitive problems.
• Administer, score, and interpret specialized speech tests.
• Instruct residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
• Instruct and educate residents, families, and caregivers in appropriate diet recommendations and modifications for safe swallowing techniques.
• Complete required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Maintain patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain professional growth and development by participating in continuing education programs and other approved learning experiences.
• Maintain confidentiality of all medical record, facility, and rehab related information.
• Maintain accurate billing information daily in accordance with facility procedures.
• Attend/Lead interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and make recommendations to other members of the rehab team.
• Attend and participate in family meeting when appropriate.

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