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(Archived) Speech Language Pathologist

Last Updated: 9/24/18

Job Description

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We are proud to offer the very best in post-acute rehabilitation services and have earned a reputation for providing excellent and compassionate nursing care. Our facility is seeking a motivated and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join our growing staff!

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Review request for Speech Language Pathologist and physicians' orders.
  • Interview resident to determine type of treatments needed and schedule therapy, as ordered.
  • Select rehabilitative and therapeutic activities and exercises based on medical and social history of residents.
  • Evaluate type of therapy most desirable after consulting with physician.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of resident assessments (MDS) and care plans, including quarterly reviews.
  • Brief resident of procedures involved in Speech Language Pathologist and prepare necessary equipment.
  • Assist in transporting resident to and from Speech Language Pathologist room or area.
  • Demonstrate to residents and staff personnel the procedures involved in the treatment process, as necessary.
  • Perform Speech Language Pathologist in resident's room, as necessary.
  • Reassure resident before and during therapy treatment.
  • Prepare resident for treatment by dress or position and administer Speech Language Pathologist in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Instruct and supervise resident during therapy.
  • Recommend modifications and changes in the resident's therapy treatment, as indicated.
  • Ensure that all pathologist notes are informative and descriptive of the care provided and of the resident's response to the care.

Education:

  • Must possess, as a minimum, a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathologist from an accredited college or university.
  • Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy practices.

Specific Requirements:

  • Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in this state.
  • Must obtain and maintain CFY/CCC certification from the American Speech Language Hearing Association.

Company Details

Boston, Massachusetts, United States
We are a permanent placement healthcare recruiting company located in Boston, MA. We work with hundreds of hospitals and healthcare facilities across the country. We specialize in the recruitment and placement of laboratory professionals, imaging professionals, rehabilitation professionals, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurse leaders, nurses, physicians, and healthcare IT professional...