Description Vertis Therapy is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist for a Full-Time or Part-Time position in a large, vibrant assisted and independent living community in New Whiteland. Join a team that values your clinical expertise and provides the flexibility to create a schedule that works for you. What We Offer • Full-Time or Part-Time schedule with flexibility to fit your lifestyle • 1:1 treatments • Opportunity to build meaningful, lasting relationships with residents • Work in a spacious, well-established assisted and independent living community • Supportive team culture that values your clinical expertise Primary Job Function The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients in accordance with orders from a physician through the use of therapeutic procedures designed to address deficits in speech, language, hearing, swallowing, and cognition and improve independence, safety, and quality of life. The Speech-Language Pathologist participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team, providing support and information within the area of speech therapy. Primary Responsibilities • Review available patient information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process. • Conduct and document thorough functional assessments of patients utilizing standardized procedures. • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals. • Comply with evaluation, treatment, and documentation guidelines. • Record patient progress in the patient record at least every seven (7) days. • Revise treatment plans as needed throughout the treatment process. • Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise manner, including a discharge summary utilizing the prescribed format. • Orient patients to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. • Work with nursing staff, patients, and families to maximize patients’ functional abilities. • Establish and instruct patients and families/caregivers in exercises and therapeutic procedures to be continued following discharge. • Assist in the referral process when patients require additional services following discharge. • Maintain current knowledge of community resources. • Attend and participate in rehabilitation team conferences regarding patient progress, problems, or needs. • Attend and participate in other department and facility meetings as required. • Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical accuracy. • Participate in the quality improvement process by responding appropriately to medical record audits, patient/referral source satisfaction surveys, safety activities, and regulatory requirements. • Act in compliance with Vertis Therapy policies and procedures and federal, professional organization, regulatory, and professional standards and guidelines. • Promote the programs and services of Vertis Therapy through formal and informal interactions with the community. • Perform other duties as assigned and required. Requirements • Master of Science degree in Speech/Language Pathology. • Current license/certification in the state of practice. • Prefer minimum one (1) year experience in geriatric rehabilitation. • Must meet the educational requirements for certification and be in the process of accumulating the supervised experience or meet the education and experience requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech-language pathology granted by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. • Adequate computer skills in order to complete required job duties and computerized documentation. • Demonstrated competency in applying principles, methods, materials and equipment used in speech therapy. • Demonstrated competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in speech therapy. • Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.