Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Center South Shore•Scituate, MA

5d•Onsite

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 position is with Life Care Center of South Shore in Scituate, Massachusetts, which offers in-house rehabilitation programs and opportunities for continuing education and growth. Qualified candidates must have ASHA certification (CCCs) or meet the stated eligibility requirements for a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and ASHA certification.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program, with a minimum MS or MA in SLP.
ASHA certified (CCCs), or eligible for a 9-month Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) to earn ASHA certification and/or meeting 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.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledge of practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to company policies and Life Care’s Code of Conduct.
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 preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide direct speech therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral.
Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals (SLP CCC only).
Oversee and evaluate care given by SLP CFYs (SLP CFY only).
Follow speech therapy treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and complete required compliance training.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.