Speech Therapist

Company: Maybrook Hills
Location: Altoona
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Speech Therapist for Maybrook Hills in Altoona

Shift/hours: Part time position and PRN position available

Working at Maybrook Hills truly means becoming a member of our family. We believe caring for seniors is a uniquely rewarding experience and there is no better place to realize that experience than with us. As a Maybrook Hills employee, you will be an integral member of our team, and share in the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our residents each and every day. Maybrook Hills has a friendly work environment with many long-time employees. Local Skilled Nursing Facility Now seeking Speech Therapist Responsibilities/duties:

• Work collaboratively with the therapy teams and Rehab Department
• Complete evaluations and all necessary documentation
• Provide recommendations supporting communications/assessments
• Provide speech therapy as outlined in treatment plans and prescriptions
• Offer treatments that help improve patient's speech and/or dysphagia and overall ability to communicate
• Independently manage workflow which includes allotting time for treatment documentation of individual and group treatments and notes in the electronic records system
• Familiar with PDPM
• Align therapy treatments and plans with understanding of Medicaid and Medicare billing Qualifications:
  • New Jersey License
  • Background/experience in long term care (specifically a Skilled Nursing Facility)
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities and ability levels
  • Creative problem solving skills We offer:
    • Great environment with supportive management team
    • Competitive pay and generous benefits
    • Career advancement opportunity
      
      Required License/Certifications: Speech Therapy License

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