Speech-Language Pathologist, Long Term Care
Hondo, TX
Voca Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

 Days 8 hours M-F, 8 hr days- Times are flexible as long as consistent and communicated with DOR.

Effectively screens/evaluates/rehabilitate patients withcommunication, cognitive or swallowing disorders and develops appropriate planof care following all regulatory and clinical practice standards. Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practice tosupport clinical interventions. Assesses patient s progress and adjust treatments accordingly inthe clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements. Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services aremodified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relationto outcomes. Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well asfamilies, caregivers and other service providers related to the speechdisorders. Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health teammembers regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans. Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided perregulatory and clinical requirements.Documents all regulatory andclinically required information in the electronic documentation system andmaintains patient records according to company policy Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per allregulatory and clinical requirements. Participation in required meetings including but not limited to:patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, rehabilitation meetings,etc. Participate in facility and company required trainings,in-services and conferences. Able to obtain any necessary DME or supplies per regulatory andclinical practice requirements. Able to supervise and support CFY or Student Speech-LanguagePathologists Adherence to ASHA and State Required practice acts, code ofconduct, ethics during professional practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Active ASHA and State Licensure Submission requirements: 1 year of SLP experience - [REQUIRED]LTC or Rehab experience - [Required]New Grads OKAY- as long as a Level II experience and not just a Level I observation experienceTX State License - [Required] [Document]CCC certified SLP - [Required] [Document]3 years experience holding active CCS-preferredWill accept one Reference at time of submission