Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Center of Columbia TN•Columbia, TN

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist provides direct speech therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role establishes and modifies functional patient goals, documents care, uses therapy software, and collaborates with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities and scope vary by credential: SLP CCCs establish patient goals and may oversee and evaluate care provided by SLP CFYs; SLP CFYs follow treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with federal and state guidelines.

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 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, with 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, 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 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.
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 competently in patient rights, safety, sanitation, and other competency areas.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information and follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures.
Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.