Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
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 assessing and modifying functional goals for SLP CCCs, following treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC for SLP CFYs, documenting care, and working productively on an interdisciplinary team. The SLP is also expected to maintain professional relationships, protect confidential information, follow company policies and compliance procedures, and provide excellent customer service.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program; 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.
- 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.
- 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 CCC only).
- Follow speech therapy treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines (SLP CFY only).
- Chart appropriately and timely.
- Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
- 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 proficiently in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
- Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
- Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and required compliance training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
