Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Deer Meadows Rehabilitation and Nursing

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best ""you"" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us! 

We are currently seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Employee Engagement Activities
• Positive work environment
• Excellent Training
• Competitive Pay and Benefits

Duties and Responsibilities of a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP): 

• Assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. 
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. 
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients
• Document and record the patients’ condition
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Qualifications/Requirements of a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP):

• Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of VA
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.