Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center•Paducah, KY

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 includes developing and adjusting functional therapy goals when the SLP holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), and following treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC when working as a Clinical Fellow (CFY). The SLP documents care promptly, uses therapy software accurately, and works with patients, families, support departments, and interdisciplinary teams to plan and provide care. New graduates are welcome. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program, with a minimum MS or MA in Speech-Language Pathology.
ASHA-certified with CCCs, or eligible for a nine-month Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) to earn ASHA certification and/or meet ASHA credentialing criteria; maintain ASHA credentials once achieved.
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
Obtain CPR certification upon hire or during orientation and keep it current throughout employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities.
Ability to demonstrate good body mechanics.
Ability to concentrate, use reasoning skills and good judgment, and read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred.

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.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Perform competently in applicable areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality, and follow company policies and compliance procedures.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.