Speech Therapist; SLP), PRN

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Piedmont Post Acutetime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR160765

Only 88-beds and located in
** Piedmont,
** we are a great spot for someone looking for something a little quieter. You'll find our Administrator promoting teamwork by truly being part of the team! We are currently looking for an exceptional and experienced
** Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
** to join our passionate team. Our therapy team works toward specific goals of achieving the resident's highest functional level of independence. If you are a South Carolina licensed
** Speech Language Pathologist** **(SLP)
** who genuinely wants to make a difference for others, then we would love to meet you! We offer the following:* $45-55/hr
* Reliable hours
* PRN opportunities within the largest network in S.C.
*
* Job Requirements:

*** Bachelors Degree in Speech Language Pathology
* Current, unencumbered license to practice in South Carolina
* LTC/Rehab experience is preferred
* CFY is welcome!
** General Purpose
** The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and  other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in services and training  for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
** Essential Duties*
* • Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.
• Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Supervise Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
• Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.
• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Speech and Language Pathologist in the Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Act as a clinical preceptor for affiliating CFY/RFP Speech-Language Pathologist and student programs.
• Comply with the Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Bureau State Practice Act and the facility policy and procedures.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
** Supervisory Requirements
** Supervises CFY – Speech Clinical Fellows, if applicable, and assists nursing with training of Restorative Aides.
** Qualification
* * Education and/or Experience

A master’s or doctoral degree in SLP and meet either of these requirements:
• Is licensed as an SLP by the state in which they provide services;

OR
• In the case of a person who practices in a state that doesn’t license SLPs, they must have:o Successfully completed 350 clock hours of supervised clinical practicum (or be in the process of accumulating supervised clinical experience);o Performed at least 9 months of supervised full-time SLP services after obtaining a master’s or doctoral degree in SLP or a related field;

ando Successfully completed a national examination in SLP approved by the HHS Secretary.  Proficient in  computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as an Speech Therapist in the state.

Employee must meet continue  education requirements per state practices.

Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.

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