Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem Brothers Of Mercy Nursing and Rehab Center

• Clarence, NY 14031 Apply Overview Salary Range $50.00
• $55.00 Hourly Position Type Per Diem Job Shift Day Apply Description Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem Days $50.00
• 55.

00/hr Brothers of Mercy is WNY's largest 5-star Skilled Nursing Facility and one of the top-performing nursing homes in the entire state. Our picturesque Wellness Campus located east of Buffalo consistently ranks on WNY's "Best Places to Work" list. The licensed speech language pathologist is responsible for providing speech and language therapy interventions to patients/clients in an outpatient setting as ordered by the referring physician.

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• Competitive wages and excellent vacation, holiday and sick leave packages
• Health, dental, vision and no-cost life insurance
• Direct deposit and weekly paychecks We are always looking for positive, dependable, caring individuals to join our Nursing team to meet the growing demand in our community for quality care.

Speech Language Pathologist/ SLP duties include: Performs a comprehensive evaluation and reevaluation of patient in regards to speech language therapy needs upon referral in a timely manner using tests and measurements of speech, language, swallowing, and social or cognitive communication as appropriate. Based on the evaluation findings, a treatment plan will be established consisting of short and long term goals. Reevaluations of patients will be performed at least every 30 days as stated by current state regulations. The speech language pathologist shall work with members of the interdisciplinary team in an effort to develop a treatment plan as appropriate. Findings from the initial evaluation shall provide a platform for a discussion with the patient and/or family members in regards to the frequency of treatments and expectations in accordance with the prescription from the referring physician. The speech language pathologist shall provide sessions consistent with identified goals with focus on, but not limited to, the following areas: Comprehension Reading Oral motor functions Expressive language Written language Word retrieval Dysphagia Cognitive function Implementation of a home exercise program Documentation will be completed accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with state laws. Obtain necessary certification for implementation of vital stimulation to patients that would benefit from services A speech language pathologist will prompt necessary discharge from therapy services when appropriate. Short and long term goals have been met Progress is no longer expected secondary to functional plateau, noncompliance, etc. Brothers of Mercy is WNY's largest 5-star Skilled Nursing Facility and one of the top-performing nursing homes in the entire state. Our picturesque Wellness Campus located east of Buffalo consistently ranks on WNY's "Best Places to Work" list. Brothers of Mercy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Brothers of Mercy prohibits discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veterans' status, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other legally protected status. Share job details to