Speech Language Pathologist / Speech Language Pathologist SNF

Job Summary Speech Language Pathologist (SNF) - Massachusetts. This position involves providing specialized speech therapy services to patients in a skilled nursing facility setting. The role focuses on evaluating, rehabilitating, and supporting patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders, ensuring standards of regulatory and clinical practice are met. Job Details

• Required Qualifications: Massachusetts State License; CCC-certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP); 1 year of experience in speech-language pathology; experience in Long-Term Care (LTC) or rehab settings; familiarity with ASHA, State practice acts, and ethics.
• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours daily, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Able to supervise and support CFY or Student Speech-Language Pathologists.
• Effectively screens/evaluates/rehabilitates patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders and develops appropriate plans of care following all regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practices to support clinical interventions.
• Assesses patient progress and adjusts treatments accordingly according to clinical documentation requirements.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness and modifies services based on patient evaluation and referrals.
• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other providers related to speech disorders.
• Communicates effectively with the clinical team regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Documents all required clinical and regulatory information in the electronic documentation system according to policy.
• Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided, in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participates in patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, rehabilitation meetings, and mandatory trainings or in-services.
• Able to obtain any necessary Durable Medical Equipment (DME) or supplies per clinical requirements.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits