Speech Language PathologistNorthPark Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia • Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Speech Language Pathologist
NorthPark Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia
- Phoenix, Arizona, United States
- Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Über
Screens and evaluates patients/residents and develops appropriate care plan. Under a physician's direction, provides direct patient/resident treatment based on established plan of care. Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and/or swallowing or cognitive problems. Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests. Instructs residents/patients, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills. Completes required forms and clinical records in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations. Documents in patient records in an accurate and timely manner. Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients. Provides comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility setting. Works collaboratively with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team-working environment. Maintains resident/patient privacy pursuant to HIPAA. Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts. Other Functions
Develops treatment plans, including short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals. Communicates the resident's/patient's speech therapy program to the family and/or guardian.
Keeps written documentation including evaluations, daily notes and weekly summaries. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Current knowledge of effective speech therapy techniques. Familiarity with clinical needs of geriatric population. Strong clinical capabilities.
Requirements Qualifications Education:
Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology required. Licenses/Certification:
Current license in Speech Language Therapy as required by state law. Valid CPR certification required. Experience:
Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred. Salary Description 46.00 - 55.00
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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