Evaluates and treats residents and patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Screens and evaluates Resident and develops appropriate care plan.
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Under a physician’s direction, provides direct patient / resident treatment based on established plan of care.
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Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and / or swallowing or cognitive problems.
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Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
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Instructs residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
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Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
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Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
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Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
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Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology.
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Current license in Speech Therapy as required by state law.
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Certification in clinical competency.
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One year clinical experience preferred.
Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.
