Speech Language Pathologist, SLP

Company: Therapy Specialists
Location: El Cajon
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

Currently seeking a Part-Time Speech Language Pathologist for two beautiful Senior Living Communities in San Diego, CA!-- Therapy Specialists is excited to announce a wonderful opportunity for a Speech Language Pathologist to work Part-Time at two beautiful Senior Living Communities in San Diego, CA. Grossmont Gardens in La Mesa and La Vida Real in El Cajon are sister facilities located less than ten miles away from one another. We are looking for a knowledgeable SLP-CCC with experience working in Senior Living to provide campus-based outpatient Speech Therapy services to residents at both campuses in assisted and independent living. The position will be Part-Time, 5 Days per week for up to 4 hour per day or 3 Days per week for up to 8 hours per day. This is a wonderful opportunity to work with two multi-disciplinary rehab teams that are passionate about helping patients achieve their goals and return to life's activities that are most meaningful to them! Position Requirements:

• An active Speech Language Pathologist License (SLP) in California.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC).
• A minimum of 1 year of recent experience in Senior Living or working with Geriatric patients is required.
• LSVT Certification or training in Parkinson's Disease is preferred, but not required.
• Understanding and use of a wide variety of assessment tools such as SLUMS, MASA, MOCA, and RIPA.
• Casamba EMR experience is preferred.
• Ability to float between two facilities.
• Willingness to float to other nearby Therapy Specialists facilities, as needed. Position Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Screening, evaluating, and providing treatment in the following areas: expressive and receptive aphasia, cognitive-linguistic deficits, dysphasia, and dysarthria.
  • Providing caregiver and family training, as needed.
  • Effectively communicating with other disciplines, nursing, physicians, and families.
  • Completing thorough documentation and managing paperwork efficiently with independence.
  • Providing excellent customer service and patient care.
  • Assisting with the growth of Speech Therapy program, as well as supporting the growth of other disciplines by advocating for all Rehab Services.
  • Conducting Health Talks and providing community education on the benefits of Speech Therapy.
  • Networking with other providers to facilitate cross referral relationships. Why Therapy Specialists? Founded in 1976 by Susan J. Harris, OTR, a nationally respected pioneer in rehab services and recipient of the 2018 OTAC Lifetime Achievement Award, Therapy Specialists is San Diego's largest independent therapy provider - providing comprehensive rehabilitation programs and consulting services to skilled nursing facilities, independent and assisted living communities, memory care facilities, adult day health and outpatient settings throughout California. We deliver our associates a culture of collaboration, support, opportunity and recognition, so they can reach their potential and deliver the best possible care to our patients and partners. We are looking for a professional, enthusiastic, and skilled Speech Language Pathologist is interested in collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team of therapists and providing outstanding patient care.
    • Highly competitive compensation and benefit package
    • 401(k) plan
    • 5-Time Award Recipient of "Best Places to Work"
    • Monthly awards for associates in recognition of their efforts in going 'above and beyond'
    • Unparalleled reputation for best practices that meet today's healthcare challenges Therapy Specialists supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Therapy Specialists is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Disability / Vets Employer.-- Apply Now with our quick 3 minute Application! * Fields Are Required What is your full name? First Name How can we contact you? Email Phone Number Number Type What is your preferred method of communication?

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