Speech Language Pathologist

Westwood Healthcare and Rehabilitation is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best ""you"" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us! New Grad-Friendly!

We are currently seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

While working here, you will enjoy :

Employee Engagement Activities

Positive work environment

Excellent Training

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Duties and Responsibilities of Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) :

Assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services

Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.

Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.

Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients

Document and record the patients’ condition

Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.

Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.

Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.

Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation

Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Qualifications / Requirements of Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) :

Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university.

Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of GA

Experience with long-term care and / or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.