SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - PRN

Scottdale Healthcare and Rehabilitaion is looking for a PRN Speech Language Pathologist to provide top-quality care for our residents at our 35-bed skilled nursing facility in Scottdale, PA. Are you a compassionate therapy professional? Do you thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment and want to make a significant difference in the lives of elderly members in your community? Are you passionate about providing top-notch care? If so, please read on!

DAY IN THE LIFE AS A SPEECH THERAPIST

As a speech therapist you will work as a member of the facility interdisciplinary team developing and coordinating treatment plans for both short-term and long-term residents. You will collaborate with medical providers, patient care staff, and clinical resources in the planning, implementation and delivery of care. You will provide speech Language Pathology services on all residents/patients in accordance with physician orders.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for administration and direct application of Speech-Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a licensed physician.
• Evaluates plans, directs and treats all residents/patients referred to speech/language
• Maintains state and federal requirements, professional guidelines, and the code of ethics for the profession of speech therapy and the provision of speech therapy services.
  
• Coordinates and directs resident/patient care to ensure needs are met.
  
• Maintains resident/patient confidentiality at all times according to HIPPA regulations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds a master's degree from an approved college or school of speech language pathology.
• Current state Speech Language Pathology licensure and credentialing
• Certificate of Clinical competence (CCC) as granted by the American
  Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) or eligible to begin the
  Clinical Fellowship Hear (CFY).
• Completes continuing education requirements as set forth by state and/or
  professional organization
• CPR certification
• Previous experience in a long-term care facility
• A love for people, especially the senior population

SKILLS:

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and pathology for effective
  evaluation treatment of swallowing, communication and cognitive disorders
• Knowledge of equipment operation, and maintenance of same in regard to
  the discipline of speech-language pathology.
• Practical working knowledge of the various pathological problems encountered.
• Collaboration with other member interdisciplinary team members to
  maximize resident/patient care
• Knowledge of federal, state, regulations and professional guidelines as they
  relate to the delivery of speech-language pathology services.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be the right for this caring, hands-on position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Bonamour Health Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Bonamour Health Group, LLC management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment. Bonamour Health Group, LLC complies with the requirements of the CMS Interim Final Rule, effective 1/27/2022, requiring mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations, or CMS required allowance for exemption, for workers in hospitals and most health care settings.

Bonamour Health Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Bonamour Health Group, LLC management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment. Bonamour Health Group, LLC complies with the requirements of the CMS Interim Final Rule, effective 1/27/2022, requiring mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations, or CMS required allowance for exemption, for workers in hospitals and most health care settings.