Speech Language Pathologist

$61,000 - $91,000/Yr

NPAworldwide

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Speech Language Pathologist position is a full-time, direct hire role at a skilled nursing facility in Lancaster, NY. The role focuses on providing high-quality speech-language therapy to residents, ensuring their health and well-being through tailored treatment plans. The ideal candidate will be engaging and dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of the community's residents, while maintaining the highest standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Screens residents for communication problems and conducts evaluations to recommend therapy plans.
• Coordinates audiometric screenings and refers residents for further evaluations or treatments as necessary.
• Initiates and maintains speech-language therapy plans according to physician orders, ensuring regular communication with the physician.
• Observes and respects the rights of residents, treating them with kindness and dignity.
• Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries for all residents in therapy programs.
• Collaborates with other staff to integrate speech-language treatment with other disciplines' goals.
• Attends care planning meetings for residents in speech-language treatment programs.
• Maintains records including statistical reports, in-service education information, and budget details.
• Submits statistical reports for Medicare billing and completes assessment forms as requested.
• Participates in staff meetings and in-service training programs.
• Develops and conducts in-service training for facility personnel involved in resident care.
• Reviews and revises speech-language policies and procedures annually.
• Maintains program costs within the annual budget parameters.
• Ensures all duties are performed according to safety rules and practices.
• Generates ideas to improve resident care quality and position productivity.
• Exhibits high levels of customer service towards residents, staff, and visitors.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors or management.

Requirements

• M.A. or M.S. Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an approved school required.
• New York State license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist required.
• Clinical Competence Certification from the American Speech and Hearing Association preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing required.
• Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and teamwork required.
• Verification of qualifications by the New York State Department of Health required.
• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
• Demonstrated commitment to the company's vision and core values.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility setting.
• Familiarity with Medicare billing processes.

Benefits

• 401K with Employer Matching
• PTO & Holiday Package
• Full Suite of Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Continuing education programs