Join our dedicated healthcare team as a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist, where your expertise will play a crucial role in enhancing the recovery and quality of life for our residents across The Victorian. You will evaluate, develop, and implement personalized care plans to promote communication, swallowing safety, and cognitive function, helping our residents achieve their highest potential within a supportive community setting. Your passion for Speech-Language Pathology and commitment to resident-centered care will make a meaningful difference every day. We are building an In-House Therapy Team and cannot wait to see the positive impact it will bring to the residents of The Victorian. Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' communication, cognitive, and swallowing function, including speech, language, voice, and dysphagia screening, within The Victorian.
• Develop and execute tailored care plans that incorporate evidence-based speech-language pathology techniques, such as cognitive-communication therapy, dysphagia management, and voice therapy, specifically adapted for geriatric populations and those with various age-related conditions.
• Provide hands-on therapy sessions to improve resident outcomes in areas like geriatrics, dysphagia rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation (including stroke and dementia-related communication disorders), and post-surgical recovery.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and facility staff to coordinate care, optimize resident well-being, and facilitate seamless transitions on and off therapy.
• Educate residents and their families on treatment strategies, safe swallowing techniques, communication strategies, and home exercise programs to support ongoing recovery and promote independence within their living environment.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within electronic medical record (EMR) systems, including initial evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries, adhering to all regulatory guidelines.
• Stay current with best practices in geriatric speech-language pathology, medical terminology, and anatomy knowledge to deliver precise and effective interventions relevant to the resident population. Skills
• Experience working with geriatric populations, preferably within skilled nursing, assisted living, or long-term care facilities, with a strong understanding of age-related communication, cognitive, and swallowing needs.
• Expertise in care planning for diverse populations, with a focus on patient-centered and resident-centered care, emphasizing functional independence and quality of life.
• Proficiency in a range of speech-language pathology techniques, including dysphagia management, cognitive-communication therapy, voice therapy, and modalities appropriate for geriatric rehabilitation.
• Familiarity with therapy discharge planning processes and facilitating safe transitions for residents coming off therapy.
• Experienced with EMR systems for efficient documentation and resident record management - Specifically Net Health Optima and Point Click Care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and the principles of speech-language pathology practice, especially as they apply to the older adult.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with residents, families, and team members, fostering a positive and encouraging therapeutic environment.
• Ability to adapt therapy approaches to meet the unique needs and cognitive levels of residents varying levels of physical and cognitive function.

Pay:

$50.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person