Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologist

At Elderwood, our mission is people caring for people. We strive to not only be the partner of choice for our residents, their families, and community players but also for our employees. Gain confidence, hone skills, and serve with purpose.

As you continue your career pathway in the ever-evolving healthcare space, we want to remind you about the opportunities available at Elderwood, a network of over 40 facilities across the northeast and the largest of 6 business lines in the Post Acute Partner Family of Companies. Elderwood is committed to providing high-quality care to our valued residents. To do this, we rely on skilled and compassionate employees—nurses, aides, therapists, social workers, dietary and housekeeping associates, maintenance staff, and administrative resources—to help us achieve our goals.

Elderwood at Hamburg is searching for per diem and float Speech-Language Pathologists to add to our team. This position would be required to transfer to any Western New York Skilled Nursing Facility on an as-needed basis.

Job Description

• Speech-Language Pathologist team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of individuals by making recommendations for a speech-language therapy treatment plan, if necessary, and carrying out treatments as planned.
• Conduct audiometric screenings of residents upon request and make recommendations for further audiology services.
• Screens residents for communication problems upon request; conducts in-depth evaluations and makes written recommendations for a therapy plan of care, if necessary.
• Coordinates audiometric screening tests for residents and makes referrals for further audiology evaluations or treatments if necessary.
• Initiates speech-language therapy plans of care according to physician orders; maintains required contact with the physician during the therapy program of residents.
• Observes rights of residents and treats residents with respect and kindness.
• Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries for all residents in a speech-language treatment program.
• Confers with other staff regarding special needs of residents and integrates speech-language treatment programs with goals and approaches of other disciplines.
• Attends Resident Care Planning and Family/Resident Care Plan Review meetings for residents currently in a speech-language treatment program.
• Maintains records that include statistical reports about residents, in-service education information, budget information, and a material/equipment inventory.
• Submits statistical reports to the Business Office staff for Medicare billing payments and completes assessment forms upon request.
• Attends staff meetings and required or preferred in-service training.
• Participates in developing and conducting in-service training programs for facility personnel involved in resident care.
• Reviews written speech-language policies and procedures annually and makes necessary revisions.
• Maintains costs of the program within the parameters of the annual budget.

Requirements

• M.A. or M.S. Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an approved school required.
• State license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist required.
• Clinical Competence Certification from the American Speech and Hearing Association preferred.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
• Current, valid CPR/BLS credential.
• Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
• Verification of qualifications by the State Department of Health Rehabilitation Therapies (license number/certification number) required.
• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
• Demonstrated willingness to uphold the vision and mission of the company by following the core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Excellence, and Reverence for the Individual is required.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. To ensure a safe work environment for all parties involved, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Compensation

• Speech-Language Pathologist per diem compensation: $45.00 / hour
• Speech-Language Pathologist full-time compensation: $38.00 - $50.00 / hour

Benefits

• 401K with employer matching
• PTO & holiday package
• Full suite of health benefits - medical, dental, vision
• Continuing education programs and more!