Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center -
Washington Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking an experienced Speech Language (SLP)Pathologist (PRN) to join our team.
T he Washington Therapy environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity.
Position Highlights :
- Provides speech therapy services as directed by and ordered by the physician according to policies and procedures and state / federal regulation.
- Observes, records, and the conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.
- Maintains daily records including screens, evaluations, recertifications, progress notes, daily notes, and discharge summaries.
- Input and reviews orders for medical chart.
- Collaborates professionally with interdisciplinary teams to promote optimal outcomes.
- Report to the Director of Rehabilitation for all aspects of department operations.
Job Description :
Responsible for the treatment of residents with noted disorders or deficits within Speech Therapy scope of practice upon receiving physician order and completion of evaluation.Optimize the functionality and skills of patients.Completes all necessary documentation in a timely manner.Attend all required meetings including care planning, staff meetings, family meetings, etcAssist the facility in meeting the standards necessary to obtain state and federal certification while following OBRA Resident Right GuidelinesFollow facility infection control policies and procedures.Essential Functions and Responsibilities :
Nethealth and PCC electronic documents care and other patient information for medical record including history, treatment, consultations.Complies with department policies / procedures and regulations related to infection control, safety, quality improvement. Practices universal precautions and prevents cross contamination.Communicates with supervisor and other health care interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems or plans.Records daily treatment notes, portions of monthly progress notes and discharge summaries timely and completely.Records treatment charges daily and completes charge tickets in an accurate and timely manner.Instructs, motivates, safeguards and assists patients as they practice exercises and functional activities.Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate patients’ responses and progress.Assists in training and orientation of new staff.Provides treatment according to the treatment plan which may include but not limited to treatment from a speech, language, dysphagia, or cognitive aspect.Provides a friendly, safe, timely, quality-driven environment responsive to patients’ needs.Assists with equipment maintenance, supply inventory and stocking.Required Skills :
Effective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to maintain professionalism in all situations.Ability to clinically collaborate and accept feedback & direction from therapy director.Participate in QAPI and PDPM education and procedures.Complies with department policies / procedures and regulations related to infection control, safety, quality improvement. Practices universal precautions and prevents cross contamination.Qualifications :
Must have a recognized master’s or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.Must be licensed in the state in which they will be practicing.Active members of state and national Speech Therapy Associations (State Preferred, ASHA Required)CPR / BLS Certification (Preferred)Shift : PRN
Medical specialties :
GeriatricsPhysical & Rehabilitation MedicineAbility to commute / relocate :
Chipley, FL 32428 : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Washington Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
