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- Competitive Hourly Wage - Compensation for this position ranges from $42.00-$48.00.
- Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b
- Generous Paid Time Off Plan
- Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work
- Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First
- Warm and Friendly Work Environment
- Flexible Schedule
- Evaluate, diagnose and treat cognitive, swallowing, speech & language disorders or communication efficiencies following MD orders.
- Conduct assessments and screens to determine therapy needs. Enter in the system Plan of Care that meets resident's needs.
- Develop and provide Caregiver Training to current staff.
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation and enter information into the system.
- Perform Resident's screening during the admission process, quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy.
- Master of Science Degree in Speech Language Pathology and Professional Licensure where required by state law; two years clinical experience preferred.
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Utilizes effective time management skills.
- Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Speech Therapist - Lakeland, United States - Westminster Communities of Florida
Description
Make a Difference in the lives of seniorsYou can play a role at one of the most respected continuing care retirement communities in the area. We were recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work and our 160+ employees enjoy competitive salaries and benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote diversity in the workplace. And while we are rooted in our Presbyterian founding and affiliation, we welcome people of all faiths and provide freedom for expressing individual beliefs.Why work for us?
Provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload. Participate in the Interdisciplinary team process. Provide teaching and training to care giver staff. Involvement in clinical program development. Supervises other licensed therapists, assistants, technicians, aides and students as required.
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