Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Full Time - Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

The Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is looking for a talented and hard-working Speech Language Pathologist (Full-Time) to join our ever-growing rehabilitation team.

Therapists spanning 20 years of experience with backgrounds in acute, sub-acute, long term and outpatient settings would provide an excellent setting for learning and growth. The Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides Rehabilitation services 7 days per week.

Responsibilities Include:

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Speech Language Pathologist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Speech Language Pathologist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patients condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.

• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of NY

• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.

• Well versed with documentation writing

• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.

• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.

• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence

• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.

• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation

• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Salary:

• $42-$45/hour

Shifts:

• All positions.

Rockville Center has a proud tradition of commitment to caring. Our mission is to promote and maintain each individuals highest level of independence and health in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. Our staff adheres to the highest medical practice standards and will develop a care plan to match the unique preferences and needs of each resident. Their un-equated professionalism and superb loving care are the very heart Rockville Center s commitment to excellence.

The Rockville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Centeris an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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