Position: PRN Speech Therapist (Speech-Language Pathologist) Location: San Joaquin Nursing and Rehab, Bakersfield, CA Employment Type: PRN (As Needed) Starting Pay: $55 per hour Job Summary:
As a PRN Speech Therapist at San Joaquin Nursing and Rehab, you will provide speech, language, and swallowing therapies to residents to enhance their communication abilities and quality of life. Working within a skilled nursing facility (SNF) environment, you will assess residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with other healthcare team members to support optimal outcomes. This flexible, as-needed role is ideal for a licensed speech-language pathologist looking to make a meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities:
Assessment & Diagnosis: Conduct thorough assessments of residents' speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.
Treatment Planning: Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address identified speech and swallowing disorders, adjusting as needed based on resident progress.
Therapeutic Intervention: Provide direct speech and language therapy, as well as cognitive and swallowing therapy, to support residents' communication needs.
Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of treatment plans, resident progress, and care modifications in accordance with facility and regulatory guidelines.
Family & Staff Education: Educate residents, families, and staff on techniques to support effective communication and safe swallowing practices.
Collaboration: Work closely with other rehabilitation professionals, nursing staff, and healthcare team members to provide coordinated, comprehensive care.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all therapy services are delivered in compliance with federal and state regulations, including SNF-specific standards.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
Current licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist in California.
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred.
Previous experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting is highly desirable.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with residents, families, and the healthcare team.
Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) and proficiency with documentation.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, and assisting residents as needed.
Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Benefits:
Competitive pay starting at $55 per hour.
Flexible PRN scheduling.
Opportunity to work within a collaborative, resident-centered environment.
