Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Center of Wichita•Wichita, KS

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. This role is part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states, offering in-house therapy programs with collaborative work environments and supportive teams, along with continuing education and growth opportunities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program in speech therapy (minimum MS or MA SLP).
ASHA certified (CCCs) OR must be eligible for 9 month Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) in order to earn ASHA certification (CCCs) and/or meeting ASHA credentialing criteria. Once achieved, must maintain ASHA credentialing.
Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail.
Demonstrates good body mechanics at all times.
Possesses the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility.
Implements and interprets the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
Understands and follows company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Must be able to follow speech therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines.
Charts appropriately and timely.
Utilizes therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Exhibits excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
Demonstrates dependable, regular attendance.
Concentrates and uses reasoning skills and good judgment.
Communicates and functions productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients upon physician referral.
Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs.
Demonstrates good body mechanics at all times.
Possesses the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Implements and interprets the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
Performs proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation.
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
Understands and follows company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Establishes, assesses, and modifies realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals (SLP CCC only).
Oversees and evaluates care given by SLP CFYs (SLP CFY only).
Follows speech therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines.
Charts appropriately and timely.
Utilizes therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Exhibits excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
Assists in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrates dependable, regular attendance.
Concentrates and uses reasoning skills and good judgment.
Communicates and functions productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Reads, writes, speaks, and understands the English language.