Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Center of East Ridge•Chattanooga, TN

12d

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 may be filled by an SLP with ASHA certification or by an eligible Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) candidate working toward ASHA certification. New graduates are welcome to apply. A $3,000 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 (CCC), or eligible for a nine-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 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.
Knowledge of practices and procedures, and the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to demonstrate good body mechanics.
Ability to perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
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 (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.
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.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
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 complete required compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and use sound reasoning and judgment.