Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Center of Hickory Woods•Nashville, TN

11d

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 establishes, assesses, and modifies functional patient goals when the SLP holds CCC status. An SLP CFY follows treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC and may oversee and evaluate care provided by SLP CFYs when applicable to the role.

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.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge of practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

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.
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 under the direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines.
Chart appropriately and timely.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information, follow company policies and compliance procedures, and adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and required training.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.