Speech Therapist (SLP), PRN

Only 88-beds and located in Piedmont, we are a great spot for someone looking for something a little quieter. You'll find our Administrator working side by side with our staff in his scrubs- promoting teamwork by truly being part of the team! We are currently looking for an exceptional and experienced Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our passionate team. Our therapy team works toward specific goals of achieving the resident's highest functional level of independence. If you are a South Carolina licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) who genuinely wants to make a difference for others, then we would love to meet you! We offer :

• Excellent compensation
• Reliable hours available
• PRN opportunities within the largest network in S.C.

General Purpose

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts inservices and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.

Essential Duties

Supervisory Requirements

Supervises CFY - Speech Clinical Fellows, if applicable, and assists nursing with training of Restorative Aides.

Qualification

Education and / or Experience

A master's or doctoral degree in SLP and meet either of these requirements :

OR

o Performed at least 9 months of supervised full-time SLP services after obtaining a master's or doctoral degree in SLP or a related field; and

o Successfully completed a national examination in SLP approved by the HHS Secretary. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as an Speech Therapist in the state.

Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.

Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities : Standing and / or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing / pulling very frequently. Talking and / or hearing very frequently. Tasting and / or smelling very frequently. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision : ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information

Note : Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.