Speech Therapist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on432, West Main Street, Waverly, Humphreys County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37185, United States
About the Role
As a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), you will serve as a vital member of our healthcare team, dedicated to evaluating and treating patients with communication and swallowing disorders. Your mission is to restore function and improve quality of life through personalized care plans, while fostering strong partnerships with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary health team members.
In this role, you will not only deliver direct clinical services but also act as a clinical preceptor for Clinical Fellows and students, shaping the next generation of speech therapists. You will lead in-services and training programs to elevate the facility's overall care standards, ensuring that all staff are equipped to support patient recovery and maintenance programs.
Day in the Life
Your work begins with a commitment to timely care, conducting patient evaluations within 24 hours of a physician referral. You will develop effective treatment plans, secure necessary approvals, and supervise Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants in direct patient care. A significant portion of your day involves collaborating with the broader team during Patient Care Conferences and Utilization Review meetings to track progress and adjust strategies.
Beyond clinical treatment, you will play a key role in discharge planning and caregiver training, instructing families and nursing staff on maintenance programs to ensure continuity of care. You will maintain meticulous documentation in compliance with state practice acts and payer requirements, utilizing systems like Casamba and Point Click Care to manage patient data efficiently.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Work location
Work model: On-site
432, West Main Street, Waverly, Humphreys County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37185, United States
Waverly, Tennessee
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Casamba, Point Click Care, Speech-Language Pathologist, Speech Therapist.
Education: Master's or doctoral degree in SLP required; Master's or doctoral degree in SLP required.
Frequently asked questions about Speech Therapist at Waverly Heights
What does a Speech Therapist at Waverly Heights do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Speech Therapist at Waverly Heights will evaluate patients within 24 hours of physician referral; develop effective treatment plans and obtain physician approval; supervise speech-language pathologist assistants in direct patient care; and communicate patient progress and plans with health team members.
What are the requirements for this Speech Therapist role?expand_more
To qualify for the Speech Therapist at Waverly Heights position, applicants should have: Master's or doctoral degree in SLP; State SLP license; 350 clock hours supervised clinical practicum; 9 months supervised full-time SLP services; National examination in SLP approved by HHS Secretary; and Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care.
Where is the Speech Therapist role at Waverly Heights located?expand_more
Speech Therapist at Waverly Heights is based in 432, West Main Street, Waverly, Humphreys County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37185, United States. This is a on-site role.