Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Hoosier Health & Living
About The Position
LifeSpan is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide care at Hoosier Health & Living. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating residents with speech, language, communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. The Speech Language Pathologist collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to create individualized treatment plans and support residents’ communication abilities, functional independence, social well-being, and emotional well-being. Therapy must be provided under specific medical orders and in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team. LifeSpan describes opportunities for career advancement, including promotion from within, educational resources through CarDon University, and its Leadership Acceleration Path (LeAP). The position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus, weekly or optional daily pay, paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Requirements
- Be a licensed therapist and a graduate of an accredited school.
- Hold a valid Indiana Operator’s license.
- Be able to travel occasionally to other locations if needed to provide therapy coverage.
- Have basic computer literacy for documentation and communication.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in outpatient or rehabilitation therapy settings.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience in resident and family education.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of residents’ speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.
- Coordinate admission to and discharge from speech therapy with the Interdisciplinary Team, Restorative Care Nurse, and staff nurses.
- Provide therapy under specific medical orders and in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team.
- Monitor resident progress and adjust therapy techniques as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Educate residents, families, and caregivers on communication strategies and therapeutic exercises.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate resident care.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
- Weekly pay, with daily pay available as an option
- Paid time off
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Pet insurance
- Career development opportunities through CarDon University
- Leadership development through the Leadership Acceleration Path (LeAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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