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)
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join our team. As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating pediatric patients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. This is a 1099 contract position open for the summer (May 20-August 10, 2024). Ideally, we are looking for a public school SLP who is looking to earn extra money over the summer. We are a small private practice and provide therapy services at a variety of daycares and schools in the Mt. Juliet/Hermitage area. This job will require some travel.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results
- Provide therapy sessions to patients to improve speech, language, communication, and swallowing abilities
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal outcomes
- Educate patients and their families on strategies to improve communication skills and manage swallowing difficulties
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
- Stay current with advancements in the field of speech-language pathology
Skills:
- Experience working with pediatric patients is highly desirable
- In-depth understanding of anatomy and physiology related to speech, language, communication, and swallowing
- Excellent client care skills with the ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic relationships
- Strong assessment skills to accurately evaluate patients' speech, language, communication, and swallowing abilities
Requirements:
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Valid Tennessee licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is required
If you are a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help individuals improve their communication and swallowing abilities for a better quality of life.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 1 – 10 per week
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Work Location: On the road
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