$48–55/hr
42d ago
PRN Speech Language Pathologist
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Nexus at Elmwood Park
Elmwood Park, IL, US
Summary
The Speech Language Pathologist will provide skilled, medically necessary therapy assessments and develop individualized treatment plans to enhance client independence and functioning. Responsibilities also include providing AAC systems, educating various stakeholders, and collaborating on diagnostic swallowing procedures.
Job Description
Description
PRN Speech Language Pathologist Benefits:
- Low-Cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefits coverage
- 401K Plan
- Employee rewards program
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Weekly & Monthly Employee Appreciation Events
- Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations
- Growth from within
- Team-oriented work environment
PRN Speech Language Pathologist Responsibilities:
- Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments as well as develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase client’s independence and functioning.
- Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders.
- Provide training and education to clients, family, caregivers, and other professionals as a subject matter expert.
- Coordinate and collaborate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician.
Requirements
PRN Speech Language Pathologist Qualifications:
- Active/Valid Illinois license in Speech-Language Pathology
- SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
- Current knowledge of treatment practices
- Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.
