Speech Language Pathologist-CCC- PRN- Lake Wales Job at Ahava Therapy Services
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Ahava Therapy Services provides physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy services. We are committed to providing innovative care to our patients through Teamwork and Interdisciplinary collaboration utilizing evidence-based therapies designed to address each patient's needs. We aim to maximize our patients' potential while improving their quality of life.
To lead the revolution in therapy services using our knowledge, art, and skill inherent in the profession while demonstrating respect and compassion for the individual patient.
We hire therapists who share our vision, working diligently to restore function while preventing further decline in patients' ability to perform daily meaningful tasks. This person must demonstrate strong observation skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work closely with others in a manner essential to delivering the highest level of care to all patients.
We are looking for PRN SLP for Lake Wales Wellness and Rehab Center, a 110-bed facility with short-term and long-term rehab. Be a part of a great In-House team that has excellent leadership!!
Responsibilities
- Follow acceptable practice standards to evaluate and treat patients according to Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial insurance, etc.
- Conduct and document a thorough assessment of the resident to determine swallowing and communicative deficits and equipment needs.
- Develop and implement an individualized treatment program based on the initial evaluation and containing achievable functional goals.
- Comply with evaluation, treatment, and documentation guidelines and consistently maintain timely and accurate departmental records.
- Enter a treatment and progress notes in each treatment session's resident record.
- Revise the resident's treatment program, as needed, based on the resident performance.
- Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format.
- Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform residents of any potential risk during any process.
- Work with nursing staff, residents, and families to maximize residents' use of functional abilities.
- Instruct residents and family/another caregiver about therapeutic procedures to be continued by the resident at home following discharge.
- Assist in the referral process when a resident requires additional services following discharge. Maintain current knowledge of community resources.
- Attend and participate in or provide information for rehabilitation team conferences regarding resident progress, problems, or needs.
- Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings as required.
- Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities to maintain clinical currency.
- Participate in and provide in-service education sessions.
- Participate in the quality improvement process by responding appropriately to results of medical record audits, resident satisfaction surveys, safety activities, and regulations.
- Act in compliance with Ahava Therapy Services' regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
- Adhere to facility policies and procedures and participates in facility quality improvement and safety programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned and required to provide quality care to residents.
- Understand reimbursement by various payers and allocate therapy resources efficiently by resident goals and outcomes related to discharge destination.
- Knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination, and third-party reimbursement guidelines.
- Support the company's mission and vision in providing and projecting a professional image.
- Independently perform duties and recognize situations where direct supervision is needed, willingly helping others.
- Maintain the expected productivity level that has been discussed and is expected for your position at your particular facility/facilities.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
- Must maintain valid state Speech Language Pathology licensure
- Must maintain a BLS CPR certification
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