What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech-Language Pathologist position at Massena Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
Competitive Rate"
We offer the Following :
Premium Compensation
Great Benefits Package
Professional Growth & Stability
Benefits :
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Educational Requirements : Graduate of an accredited school of Speech-language Pathology with a Master’s Degree or higher. Valid ASHA certification in Speech-Language Pathology or participating in Clinical Fellow Year Program
Experience Required : Minimum of 1-year experience in a long-term care facility.
Professional Licensure and Certification Required : Must have a NYS license as a Speech-Language Pathologist or Clinical Fellow with appropriate supervision from a certified and licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. Valid ASHA certification in Speech-Language Pathology or participating in Clinical Fellow Year Program.
Essential Job Functions
Screens residents for rehabilitation therapy needs
Completes Speech-Language Pathology evaluations upon physician order
Establishes Speech-Language Pathology plan of care for treatments per physician order
Provides Speech-Language Pathology plan of treatments and modalities
Modifies treatment program level, intensity and techniques based on the resident’s response to specific treatment plan
Discharges residents from Speech-Language Pathology services when appropriate
Completes Daily Activity Schedule, progress notes and re-certifications per facility policy.
Demonstrates working knowledge of Medicare Part A PPS case management
Complies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapy
Utilizes the clinical software applications per policies and procedures
Completes care plans and MDS as directed, per facility policy
Assists in ordering necessary equipment for the facility and residents
Participates in the discharge planning process with the interdisciplinary team
Submits required reports and documentation in accordance with established acceptable time frames
Possess a strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other payment sources and their responsibility in the SNF setting
Complies with all facility policies and procedures
Maintains confidentiality of facility and resident information
Reports all instances of potential resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property immediately
Recommends corrective action plan for all identified problems
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and / or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and / or the CBA, depending on the position.
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