Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) FT

Job title: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) FT

A one-paragraph overview: The Staff Speech-Language Pathologist (FT) at PACS Group, Inc., based at Mentor Hills Post Acute, evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. The role includes conducting in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to determine speech therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
• Assist the nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Supervise Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellows (CFY) or students in resident care and related activities, following state practice act.
• Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
• Provide in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and aspiration prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to support independence in swallowing and cognition.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Establish positive, effective relationships with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Supervisory requirements:

• Supervises CFY – Speech Clinical Fellows and students, when applicable.

Requirements

• Education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology; Master’s or Doctorate preferred. Proficient in computer skills, including data entry in Net Health and PointClickCare.
• Licenses and certifications: Licensed as a Speech Therapist in the state; must maintain licensure in good standing. Per state practice, continuing education requirements must be met. CPR certification, if required by licensure, may be needed.
• Language and cognitive abilities: Strong reading comprehension of technical procedures and policy manuals; able to present information clearly and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.
• Mathematical and reasoning abilities: Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; capable of solving practical problems and interpreting varied instructions.
• Physical demands: Ability to stand and walk frequently, sit occasionally, and occasionally move, lift, push, or pull objects and equipment; may require lifting up to substantial weights to assist residents or equipment. Effective communication, and the ability to perceive environmental cues for safe resident care. Ability to assist, support, and transport residents following safe handling practices.
• Work environment: The role is performed in a facility setting with a noise level typically low to moderate; reasonable accommodations may be made in compliance with applicable laws.
• Equal opportunity: PACS is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected status.