Avenir at Mark Twain- PRN/ FT SLP

Avenir (Isaac Sonenblick) is looking for a qualified Full-Time Speech Language Pathologists to join the team at Avenir at Mark Twain!

Traditional/Consistent PRN opportunities also available.

Position Summary

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides evaluation, treatment, and management of communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders for residents in a Skilled Nursing Facility. Working on an as-needed basis, the SLP supports resident safety, functional independence, and quality of life through evidence-based therapy approaches. Coverage may include weekends, holidays, staff shortages, or high-census needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing evaluations for SNF residents.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessment and resident goals.
• Provide evidence-based interventions for dysphagia, aphasia, cognitive-linguistic deficits, voice disorders, speech intelligibility, and other communication needs.
• Perform bedside swallowing evaluations; provide diet recommendations and collaborate with dietary and nursing teams.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on communication strategies, safe-swallowing techniques, compensatory methods, and therapy goals.
• Complete documentation and billing according to state standards, Medicare/Medicaid requirements, PDPM guidelines, and facility policy.
• Communicate regularly with interdisciplinary team members (PT, OT, nursing, dietary, social services, physicians).
• Participate in care conferences and IDT meetings as needed.
• Ensure resident safety, proper equipment use, and cleanliness of therapy materials.
• Provide reliable PRN coverage during scheduled or urgent staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP or Clinical Fellow with supervision).
• Valid CPR/BLS certification.
• Previous SNF or long-term care experience preferred; familiarity with geriatric populations strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of dysphagia management and instrumental assessment interpretation (e.g., VFSS/MBSS, FEES—if applicable).
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the rehab and nursing teams.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 25–40 lbs occasionally.
• Frequent walking, standing, light reaching, and assisting residents with positioning.
• Ability to work with residents with varying physical, cognitive, and behavioral needs.

Key Competencies

• Compassionate, resident-centered approach
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexibility, dependability, and adaptability to changing workload demands
• Knowledge of SNF documentation and regulatory standards (including PDPM)
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities