Speech and Language Pathologist - Nursing Home assesses and treats speech and language disorders and impairments in a nursing home or long term care setting. Conducts patient evaluation of speech and language skills using applicable diagnostic materials and tools. Being a Speech and Language Pathologist - Nursing Home develops treatment plans that utilize appropriate intervention approaches, strategies, and materials. Establishes treatment priorities that include advising, educating and counseling the patient. Additionally, Speech and Language Pathologist - Nursing Home documents assessment and patient progress. Collaborates with physicians, family members, and other clinical providers. May direct support staff in assisting with treatment. Ensures that treatment aligns with patient needs and is within the parameters set by the payer. Requires a master's degree in speech pathology or equivalent. Requires Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) and may require a state license. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Speech and Language Pathologist - Nursing Home's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
In response to a physician's referral, provides speech/language/cognitive/oral-pharyngeal functioning evaluations; develops, coordinates, and executes effective SLP services; and makes appropriate referrals and coordinates care. Will provide direct patient care to individuals of all ages (neonatal to geriatric) as their expertise allows and caseload demands in the home setting. Coordinates and provides patient/family education. Direct supervision will be provided by the Clinical Supervisor and the Therapy Coordinator. Participates in educational programs and performs non-patient care responsibilities as assigned. Participates in program development and in the QA/CQI program. Consults and coordinates with interdisciplinary team in providing comprehensive treatment. Pursues continuing education and assists in the marketing of SLP services.
Qualifications: Current temporary or permanent S.C. license issued by the S.C. Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, and an approved Clinical Fellowship Year Plan or a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
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