Speech TherapistGrand Terrace Health Care Center • Grand Terrace, California, United States
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Speech Therapist
Grand Terrace Health Care Center
- Grand Terrace, California, United States
- Grand Terrace, California, United States
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We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech Therapist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide specialized speech therapy services to patients across various age groups, with a focus on geriatric care. This role involves assessing communication disorders, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering effective therapy to improve patients' speech, language, and swallowing functions as well as addressing behavioral and cognitive functions. Experience in geriatric care and familiarity with medical terminology and anatomy are highly valued as well as the ability to great goal-oriented therapy program that is tailored to the evolving needs of each resident addressing barriers such as medical complexity, cognitive decline, and dysphagia risk. The Speech Therapist will play a vital role in enhancing patient care and supporting patients’ communication needs within our multidisciplinary team by collaborating with nursing, therapy, and dietary teams.
*Duties*
* Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
* Develop and implement personalized therapy plans tailored to each patient's needs, including early intervention strategies for geriatric patients
* Deliver engaging and evidence-based speech therapy sessions to improve communication skills
* Collaborate with educators, healthcare providers, and families to ensure cohesive patient care plans
* Monitor patient progress regularly and adjust therapy techniques accordingly
* Maintain detailed documentation of treatment sessions, progress notes, and patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations
* Stay current with advancements in speech therapy practices, physiology knowledge, and medical terminology
*Requirements*
* Valid licensure or certification as a Speech Therapist or Speech-Language Pathologist
* Prior experience working with geriatric population is desirable
* Strong knowledge of speech therapy techniques, physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology
* Experience with patient assessment and developing effective treatment plans
* Passion for patient care with excellent communication skills
* Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
* Knowledge of geriatric related conditions is highly desirable
* Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development in speech therapy fields
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
License/Certification:
* Speech-Language Pathology License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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