What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-House Full Time Speech-Language Pathologist/CFY: Paradigm at Faith Memorial position at PARADIGM HEALTHCARE LLC?
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Paradigm at Faith Memorial has an amazing opportunity for an In-House Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist/CF in Pasadena, TX!
We are currently looking for a SLP/CF to join our In-House team of dedicated rehabilitation specialists. New graduates are welcome to apply!
At Paradigm at Faith Memorial, our clinical teams service with compassion and commitment to quality care. Our staff is dedicated to providing customized care options for our residents and collaborate to create these programs and best practices with the intention of exceeding industry standards. Don’t wait to start making a difference – apply today!
Job Summary: The Speech Language Therapist (SLP) will diagnose, plan, and treat speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive disorders. The Speech Language Pathologist will also be responsible for documenting patient treatments, changes in condition and other pertinent information as required.
SLP Duties/Responsibilities:
o Evaluate Residents conditions for swallowing or cognitive deficits.
o Help Residents in their goals to improve Cognition or Swallowing
o Education for Residents and Caregivers
o Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments as well as develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase client’s independence and functioning.
o Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders.
o Provide training and education to clients, family, caregivers, and other professionals as a subject matter expert.
o Coordinate and collaborate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician.
o Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current Speech Therapy standards of practice.
o Communicate changes in resident’s condition.
o Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation.
o Respond to family requests and concerns timely.
o Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff.
o Assure resident abuse or neglect does not occur.
o Observe confidentiality and safeguards for all patient information.
o Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
Career Advantages
- In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!
- New Grads welcome to apply!
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits!
- Flexible Schedules
All inquiries will be confidential
Qualifications
SLP Skills:
o SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
o Current knowledge of treatment practices
o Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.
o Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.
Required Licensure:
o Active/Valid Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology
o Current ASHA Certification
o In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
Paradigm Healthcare was founded on the belief that by empowering each other, we can achieve more and provide better care to every patient we serve. We believe in taking a fundamental and basic human approach to our business, keeping it simple, real and to the point. We believe that by building an empowered team, who knows the value they hold, we can provide an unparalleled level of care to the residents who count on us.
