Speech Language Pathologist

The Speech Therapist will provide high-quality care to each assigned patient, resident, or client with daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident/patient/ or client's assessment and plan of care.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess residents' communication, cognition, swallowing, and swallowing abilities.
2. Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, resident goals, and physician referrals.
3. Provide speech-language therapy interventions to enhance residents' speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing skills.
4. Administer standardized tests, informal assessments, and clinical observations to measure residents' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
5. Utilize therapeutic techniques, exercises, and strategies to address communication disorders, articulation difficulties, language impairments, voice disorders, and dysphagia.
6. Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals, including occupational therapists, physical therapists, nurses, and physicians, to ensure a coordinated approach to resident care.
7. Educate residents and their families on compensatory strategies, communication techniques, and swallowing exercises to maximize functional outcomes.
8. Provide guidance and training to caregivers and nursing staff regarding communication and swallowing management techniques.
9. Monitor and document residents' progress throughout the course of therapy, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
10. Adhere to legal, ethical, and professional standards of speech-language therapy practice.
11. Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and continuing education to enhance clinical skills and stay updated with the latest research and advancements in the field.

Qualifications:

1. Valid licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in the state of New York.
2. Strong knowledge of speech-language therapy principles, assessment techniques, and evidence-based treatment interventions.
3. Proficiency in conducting evaluations and developing appropriate treatment plans based on resident needs and goals.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with residents, families, and healthcare team members.
5. Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
6. Familiarity with electronic medical record systems and other relevant software applications.
7. Compassionate and patient-centered approach to resident care.
8. Strong organizational and time management skills to efficiently manage caseloads and prioritize tasks.