Speech Language Pathologist - (SLP) Full & Part Time! - Manhatten, NY

Summary: The incumbent shall be responsible for providing a full range of speech pathology services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for and contribution to program development, quality improvement, problem-solving and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.

Essential Duties:

Participates in continuing education/professional development activities.

Communicates and demonstrates a professional image/attitude at all times.

Adheres to all applicable policies/procedures and practice guidelines.

Supports Student Program within the facility.

Contributes to client relations and marketing activities.

Maintains licenses/certifications and memberships in applicable professional organizations.

Completes Self-Assessment upon request and develop professional goals.

Completes screening on patients/ residents/clients as clinically necessary.

Conducts initial evaluation.

Contributes to ID care plans and appropriate setting specific evaluations.

Provides clinically appropriate therapeutic interventions.

Evaluates patient/resident/client response to treatment and provides feedback to the interdisciplinary team.

Documents the course of patient/ resident/client care, including progress made and continuing need for treatment.

Provides patient/resident/client and family/caregiver education and training that assists with continued functional independence.

Supervision of Speech Pathology students, Clinical Fellows, in accordance with the most stringent of either state or payer guidelines.

Coordinates treatment with other disciplines.

Participates in scheduled meetings, as requested and approved by supervisor.

Functions as a resource for and provide employees with approved in-service/cross-training on speech pathology knowledge and skill areas.

Contributes to development of improved efficiency and productivity of unit clinical/administrative functions.

Participates in survey preparation activities.

Contributes to the delivery of cost effective care.

Documentation reflects skilled service delivery and medical necessity.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift/transfer patients and equipment.

Frequent and prolonged bending, stooping, crouching, walking, and standing.

Ability to communicate.

Mission: The mission is to provide the highest quality of skilled rehabilitation services.

The incumbent shall hold a Masters Degree in Speech Pathology/Communication Disorders (SLP) from an accredited university; an ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence is highly recommended by not required. The SLP must hold an applicable and current license to practice. One to three years experience working as an SLP with patients/residents/clients in a related setting, preferred.