Overview:

HealthPro Heritage has a Part time Speech Language Pathologist opening in our hospital setting in Hillsdale, Michigan.

Setting: Opportunity in our hospital setting. Hillsdale, MI.
Great atmosphere and long term therapy team
This facility offers training in all areas of therapy with state of the art equipment
Open to PRN

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities:
On referral, evaluate the impact of available resident information on the assessment and treatment process.
Conduct and document a thorough assessment of the resident to determine and diagnose communicative deficits and equipment needs.
Develop and implement an individualized treatment program based on the initial evaluation and containing achievable functional goals.
Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines, and consistently maintain timely and accurate departmental records.
Instruct aides in appropriate procedures and provide supervision in accordance with applicable State law.
Enter a progress note in the resident record following each treatment session.
Revise the resident's treatment program, as needed, based upon resident performance.
Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format.
Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform residents of any potential risk during any procedure.
Work with nursing staff, resident and families to maximize resident's use of functional abilities.
Instruct residents and family/other caregiver about therapeutic procedures to be continued by the resident at home following discharge.
Assist in the referral process when a resident requires additional services following discharge. Maintain current knowledge of community resources.
Attend and participate, or provide information for rehabilitation team conferences regarding resident progress, problems or needs.
Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings, as required.
Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical currency.
Participate in and/or provide in-service education sessions.
Participate in the quality improvement process by responding appropriately to results of medical record audits, resident satisfaction surveys, safety activities and regulations.
Promote the programs and services of Heritage Healthcare through formal and informal interactions with the community.
Act in compliance with Heritage Healthcare’s regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
Adhere to facility policies and procedures and participates in facility quality improvement and safety programs.
Perform other duties as assigned and required to provide quality care to residents.
Understand reimbursement by various payers and allocate therapy resources efficiently in accordance with resident goals and outcomes related to discharge destination.
Demonstrate a knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination, and third party reimbursement guidelines.
Support the company’s commitment to Compassionate Care; project a professional image to foster confidence in the Rehabilitation Program.
Perform duties in an independent manner and recognizes situations where direct supervision is needed; willingly helping others.
Maintain the expected productivity level that has been discussed and is expected for your position at your particular facility/facilities.

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Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
Hold a current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech- Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) credential offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development
Must maintain valid state Speech Language Pathology licensure