Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
About The Position
The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct speech therapy rehabilitation care to patients referred by a physician, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Life Care facilities are skilled nursing facilities that provide long-term care and short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation. The SLP serves a diverse patient population with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs, working in a supportive, patient-centered environment with an interdisciplinary team. The role includes establishing and modifying functional treatment goals when appropriately credentialed, following treatment plans under supervision when completing a Clinical Fellowship Year, documenting care, and collaborating with patients, families, and other care team members. The position is PRN.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program, with a minimum MS or MA in Speech-Language Pathology.
- ASHA certification (CCC), or eligibility for a nine-month Clinical Fellowship Year to earn ASHA certification and/or meet ASHA credentialing criteria; maintain ASHA credentialing once achieved.
- Current registration or licensure in the applicable state, maintained in good standing throughout employment.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation, and kept current during employment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
- Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities.
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Ability to demonstrate good body mechanics and use reasoning skills and sound 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.
- Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals when holding SLP CCC credentials.
- Oversee and evaluate care provided by SLP Clinical Fellowship Year clinicians when applicable.
- Follow speech therapy treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC during a Clinical Fellowship Year and in accordance with federal and state guidelines.
- Document care appropriately and promptly, and use therapy software accurately.
- Communicate and work productively with an interdisciplinary team.
- Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
- Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
- Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality, and follow company policies and compliance requirements.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
