SLP Speech Language Pathologist / Therapist - Accepting H1B Visas
Company: interface rehab, inc.
Location: Novato
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Summary interface rehab, inc. (--- interface
--- or ---Company---) is looking for a caring, dedicated speech
language therapist to provide quality care to the residents. The
Speech Language Therapist (---SLP---) evaluates patients with
communication disorders and swallowing deficits, plans and
implements patient treatment, plans and coordinates patient
discharge, and prepares detailed progress reports and appropriate
patient documentation. The SLP will also consult with the rehab
team in order to coordinate the most effective speech therapy
program. Location facilities are split between two locations.
Responsibilities and Duties Essential Responsibilities and
Expectations Evaluate patients promptly, and within facility policy
and expectations, upon receiving physician referral for treatment
Develop effective treatment plans Obtain approval for services from
referring physician Treat patients according to treatment plan
approved by physician Provide differential diagnoses for patients
with speech, language, and swallowing disorders Create written
reports for both the facility and patients--- respective physicians
Complete all required documentation for daily
treatments/interventions prior to leaving facility Communicate
regularly with the Dietary Supervisor and nursing staff with all
dysphasia patients to ensure safe environment and diet Establish
and carry out treatment programs on the basis of diagnostic
information available Ensure treatment programs meet patients---
functional communication needs Educate the patient, family, and
appropriate restorative personnel on the specific communication
disorder affecting the patient to facilitate patient treatment and
recovery while at the facility Consult with and regularly update
the other members of the rehabilitation team and nursing staff on
the patient---s treatment plan, progress, and prognosis Maintain
strong professional relationships and good rapport with all
significant administrative and restorative nursing personnel in the
facility Assure all required written patient documentation and
Company paperwork are completed appropriately and submitted on a
timely basis Develop appropriate home and community programming to
maintain and enhance the performance of patients in their home
environments Terminate service when treatment goals have been
achieved Submit all billing logs and necessary information on a
timely basis Report any problem areas/equipment within each
facility to the appropriate supervisor immediately Comply with
State Licensing Board of California, Title 22, CMS, and California
Labor Board guidelines Comply with Company and facility rules,
policies and procedures Comply with all applicable safety rules,
policies, and procedures Additional Responsibilities and
Expectations Provide necessary training and guidance to student
interns as assigned, including: Supervising students during the
internship Providing clearly defined, career-related (i.e.,
non-clerical) responsibilities and tasks in accordance with the
students--- academic programs Informing student interns about and
ensuring their compliance with Company, facility, state, and
federal guidelines, and Completing any paperwork required by the
Company or the students--- academic program Assume other duties as
assigned Physical and Mental Requirements These physical and mental
demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary
for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
the SLP. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with
disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the
SLP. Report to work regularly and on-time Ability to travel, as
required See projects through to completion Ability to bend, reach,
squat, move as required by patient treatment plans Ability to
transfer or assist in transfer of up to 100 lbs. Ability to stand
and/or work 80% of an 8-hour shift Visual and hearing acuity to
perform job-related functions Ability to operate standard
rehabilitation therapy equipment Workplace Environment The SLP will
primarily be working in a skilled nursing facility. This is an
active patient care environment. This environment has no unusual
exposures but safety precautions must be taken at all times.
Qualifications and Skills To perform the SLP job successfully, you
must be able to perform each essential responsibility
satisfactorily. These requirements are representative, but not
all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and ability required of the
SLP. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required
Licensed as a Speech Language Therapist in the State of California
Valid CPR certification A completed physical examination from a
licensed physician Negative TB skin test within the past year OR a
clear Chest X-ray within the past five years Ability to gather and
analyze information in a timely and skillful manner Ability to
manage time efficiently and handle multiple concurrent projects
Resourceful, problem-solving attitude Proactive attitude and
work-style Ability to exhibit a high level of confidentiality A
customer-service focused attitude Preferred Natural interpersonal
and communication skills Strong detail-oriented and resourceful
mindset Able to work well in a diverse environment Accept and act
upon constructive feedback Compensation interface offers a
competitive hourly rate and also one of the best benefits packages
in the industry. There is opportunity for advancement and increased
responsibilities and compensation within the role. Disclaimer This
job description is intended to convey information essential to
understanding the scope of the SLP position and it is not intended
to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties,
responsibilities or working conditions associated with the
position. Company Description The Company interface rehab, inc. is
a patient-driven, innovative, long-term contract and full-service
rehabilitation company that was established in 1995. We provide
physical, speech, and occupational therapy services in various
long-term care, skilled nursing, and acute care facilities. We are
a team of individuals committed to supporting each other,
encouraging team members--- professional and personal growth, and
continuously learning new skills so that we can provide top quality
care to our clients and their patients. Because our success depends
upon the dedication of our employees, we are highly selective in
choosing new members of our team.
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