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Speech Language Pathologist (FT)
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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.
$85,768 / year median in New Jersey
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Speech-Language Pathology License Full Job Description Speech Language Pathologist Job Position:
Speech Language Pathologist for aSkilled Nursing Facility Job Type :
Full Time Job Purpose:
To assist in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Speech Language Pathologist services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be directed by DOR, Administrator, or Regional support team to assure the highest degree of quality resident care is always maintained.Job Functions:
Provide Speech Language Pathologist services to residents in accordance with established standards of practice, Company procedures, Therapy Department procedures and productivity standards. Adhere to Company procedures regarding documentation and billing of Speech Language Pathologist services. Demonstrate sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow-up of resident therapy programs. Conduct screening of residents at regular intervals to determine the need for intervention/treatment. Conduct timely screening of residents referred to physical therapy to determine the need for intervention/ treatment. Evaluate residents to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation. Conduct specialized evaluations as indicated. Develop treatment plans by establishing short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals. Interpret and communicate evaluation findings, treatment plans, and recommendations to residents, families/ responsible parties, and interdisciplinary team members. To complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systemEducation & Requirements:
Minimum of Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program Must have an active Speech Language Pathologist license in state(s) of practice Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification - Assume responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification.Benefits:
Competitive pay ratesMedical, Dental, Vision Location:
400 W Stimpson Ave, Linden, NJ 07036, USA More about us at: www.aristacare.com #INDSponsoredBenefits
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance