Job description

Sequoia Transitional Care is looking to expand its team!

We are looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to be a part of our work family.

Full Job Description

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

Essential Duties

• Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in the medical record clearly defines cause for delay.
• Develop an effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from a referring physician.
• Treat patients per the physician's treatment plan.
• Assist nursing department with the training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
• Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.
• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in the maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Inpatient
• In-person
• Long term care
• Nursing home

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Porterville, CA 93257: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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