Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Ridgeview Terrace of Life Care•Rutledge, TN

12d

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct speech therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role’s functions vary by credential status: SLP CCCs establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals; SLP CFYs follow treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC and must be able to oversee and evaluate care given by SLP CFYs where applicable.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program, with a minimum MS or MA in speech-language pathology.
ASHA certification (CCCs), or eligibility for a nine-month Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) to earn ASHA certification and/or meet ASHA credentialing criteria; maintain ASHA credentialing once achieved.
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledge of practices and procedures, and of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Good body mechanics.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide direct speech therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral and in accordance with applicable requirements and standards.
For SLP CCCs, establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals.
For SLP CFYs, follow speech therapy treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines.
For SLP CFYs, oversee and evaluate care given by SLP CFYs, as applicable.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform proficiently in competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information and follow company policies and compliance procedures.
Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.