Speech Language Pathologist - Spring Creek Healthcare Center
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
About the Job
Spring Creek Healthcare is looking for Speech Language Pathologist, SLP to join our incredible team!
We're not just a workplace; we're a community driven by excellence. We take immense pride in what sets us apart - our exceptional leadership, a warm and friendly work environment, and a reputation that we've worked hard to earn. If you're ready for a rewarding career experience, your journey begins here!
Benefits:
- Competitive wages based on experience
- Daily pay option available
- Generous paid time off (PTO) package
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Supplemental disability and life insurance options available
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401k available
- Career advancement opportunities / tuition reimbursement
- Complementary uniform
- Friendly work environment
- Referral bonus
The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for improving residents' communication and swallowing abilities.
Responsibilities:
· Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct thorough assessments of residents' speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities.
· Individualized Care Plans: Develop customized intervention plans to address communication and swallowing difficulties.
· Section GG Data Collection: Ensure accurate and consistent collection of Section GG data for Annual, Quarterly, Falls, and Significant Change assessments, Section K, BIMS, PhQ2-9, and other clinical data as applicable.
· Treatment: Administer speech therapy interventions, including exercises, communication strategies, and swallowing therapy.
· Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of resident progress and any interventions provided. Comfortable and knowledgeable with Point of Service( PoS) care delivery and documentation. Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of resident evaluations, treatment plans, daily and progress notes, HMO/Manage care progress updates in EMRs(InnovaHealth/ Net Health/PCC).
· Education: Educate residents, family members, and care staff on safe mobility techniques and exercises for continued progress. Conducts remote check-in through remote therapeutic monitoring(RTM) with discharged patients to home or next level of care.
· Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with other rehab staff, such as Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists, to provide holistic care for residents.
Qualifications:
State licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
· EMR and MS office applications.
· CPR/BLS certification.
· Knowledge of Section GG data collection and documentation requirements.
· Strong clinical and interpersonal skills.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to supervise assistants, technicians/aids and student/interns.
· Modality Certification +
· Experience in LTPAC/LTC clinical programs are always a plus
