Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Speech Language Pathologist Shift Type: PRN Benefits: great work environment friendly staff and residents state-of-the-art vent unit Part of a pioneering health and wellness community that sits on 22 acres in Sussex County, Polaris Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center offers a unique nursing home environment that seamlessly harmonizes state-of-the-art post-acute services and a homelike environment with the most compassionate care.

We are looking for caring and compassionate Speech Language Pathologists to join our Rehab Team!

Responsibilities

Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on patient assessment/needs for any speech, language, communication, and/or swallowing disorders Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to identify and solve patient needs while providing quality care Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatments accordingly.

Maintain positive interaction with patients, families, and caregivers while providing education and instruction for communication and swallowing disorders Consults with and educates ancillary staff on speech and swallowing topics, such as communication strategies, speech and language stimulation, and swallow safety.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited therapy program and Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA Holds a current license for the state of Delaware Current CPR certificate Requires good organizational and time management skills