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Heritage Rehab

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.

$82,000 / year median in Michigan

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Battle Creek Healthcare Center (AKA Majestic Care of Battle Creek) in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a new PRN Speech Language Pathologist to join our growing In-House therapy team. This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and motivated clinician looking to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Evaluate Residents conditions for swallowing or cognitive deficits Help Residents in their goals to improve Cognition of Swallowing Education for Residents and Caregivers Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments as well as develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase client's independence and functioning Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders Provide training and education to client, family, caregivers and other professionals as a subject matter expert Coordinate and collaborate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current Speech Therapy standards of practice Communicate changes in resident's condition Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation Respond to family requests and concerns timely Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff Assure resident abuse or neglect does not occur Observe confidentiality and safeguards for all patient information Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements
Qualifications:
Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program. Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist. Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred through American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or geriatric rehab preferred. Knowledge of dysphagia management and modified diets. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. Apply Today All inquiries will be held confidential
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Work Location:
In person