DESCRIPTIONGrace Pointe is currently seeking applications for a full-time Speech Therapist. The primary purpose of a Speech Therapist at Grace Pointe Senior Care Community is to assess, diagnose and treat communication disorders such as speech, fluency, language, voice and swallowing disorders. Hours for this position are flexible with a Monday-Friday schedule. The salary range for this position is
$43.00-$50.00 per hour, based on years of experience.Essential Job Functions- Provide Speech Therapy services as prescribed by the physician.
- Follow policies and procedures and conforms to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations and state laws.
- Provide a written evaluation defining Speech Therapy needs, goals and expected outcomes in conjunction with referring physician's Plan of Treatment. (evaluations varying from swallowing, speech, and cognition)
- Provide a written Plan of Care for Speech Therapy goals and outcomes
- Maintains the plan of care for assigned patients according to identified Speech Therapy goals and outcomes.
- Participate in coordination of services (including discharge planning), with health care team, physicians, and family members.
- Maintain patient and company confidentiality.
- Maintain effective communication between staff, health care team members, and family.
- Serves as a resource consultant for clinical staff.
Preferences- One (1) year of recent experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in an acute care setting
REQUIREMENTS- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA accredited college/university
- Current and unrestricted SLP license to practice in the state of practice
- Current CPR certification
- Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with policies and procedures
- Additional state specific requirements: Continuing Education as required by state
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
