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Speech Language Pathologist
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$81,531 / year median in Georgia
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview Riverbrook Healthcare Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our in-house rehabilitation team. We are hiring Part-Time Speech-Language Pathologists to provide high-quality therapy services in our skilled nursing and subacute rehabilitation setting. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will evaluate, diagnose, and treat residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans that promote functional recovery, safety, and improved quality of life following illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing function Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on physician orders, clinical findings, and resident goals Provide evidence-based interventions for speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency, and dysphagia disorders Assess swallowing function and recommend appropriate diet textures, strategies, and safety precautions Monitor resident progress and modify treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes Complete accurate and timely documentation, including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, recertifications, and discharge summaries in accordance with Medicare, Medicaid, state, federal, and facility guidelines Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, physical therapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate resident care Educate residents, families, and caregivers on communication strategies, swallowing safety, cognitive rehabilitation techniques, and home exercise programs Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences, family meetings, and discharge planning Maintain compliance with all professional, regulatory, and facility policies and standards Support a resident-centered rehabilitation environment focused on quality outcomes and clinical excellence Qualifications Required Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program Current Georgia Speech-Language Pathologist license in good standing Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred; Clinical Fellowship (CF) candidates may be considered Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain upon hire Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team Preferred Experience in skilled nursing, subacute rehabilitation, long-term care, or inpatient rehabilitation Experience with dysphagia management and cognitive-communication disorders Familiarity with Medicare documentation and reimbursement guidelines Experience working with geriatric and medically complex populations