Speech Language Pathologist

We are inviting you to apply for a Speech Language Pathologist position

Job Summary:

The Speech Pathologist will establish and carry out an individualized program of speech therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, communication and discharge planning to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of needs and incorporates participation by significant others as appropriate.
• Provides direct patient care, evaluates patient functional needs and outcomes, adjusts care plans, consults with other specialists, and actively participates in the discharge planning process.
• Possesses a working knowledge of patient’s insurance coverage, verification and completes required insurance documentation in a timely manner.
• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care for speech therapy.
• Directs the assistance of support staff as allowed to achieve patients’ functional goals.
• Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive outcomes and interdisciplinary team discharge planning.
• Practices facility and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards, including cleaning of therapy equipment, workstation and shared work areas.
• Completes and documents interventions in a timely manner. To include:
• Evaluations
• Goals
• Plan of Care
• Treatment Encounter Notes
• Progress Notes
• Recertifications
• Discharges
• Billing
• Maintains Certifications and Physician signatures.
• Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Keeps up to date on professional literature, continuing education units, State licensure, and certifications as applicable.
• Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote speech therapy in the community.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Hearing ability sufficient to evaluate patient's speech.
• Skilled in communicating verbally and in writing
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Rennes is family-owned and operated for over 50 years, with a history of growing and developing our teams. We have a strong reputation for putting residents and employees first. It’s a simple commitment that’s allowed us to attract high-quality team members, caregivers, and management.

Rennes offers a comprehensive compensation package to include:

• A culture that is based on qualify care not only for our residents, but for our employees as well
• Pay based on experience
• Benefits package for full-time employees
• Flexible scheduling = Work-Life Balance
• A fun, supportive, and energetic team environment
• Opportunity to grow from within – whether it’s through a new opportunity, continuing education, or tuition reimbursement

Each day, you’ll have the pride of knowing you made a difference in resident’s lives!

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited college or university
• State license as a speech pathologist required
• A minimum of one year of experience working in the speech pathology field preferred

Apply Now and Join Our Team If You

• Are passionate about the work you do
• Want to be part of a collaborative team
• Enjoy caring for and making a difference in other people’s lives
• Have a desire to work for a company who is dedicated to providing quality services

We are an equal employment opportunity employer!

Email grouprecruiting@rennesgroup.com or call (920) 338-4150 with questions.