Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Center of Lawrenceville•Lawrenceville, GA

20h

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 involves developing and modifying functional therapy goals, following or overseeing treatment plans according to SLP credentialing status, documenting care, and working with patients and interdisciplinary teams in a post-acute care facility.

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 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; 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.
Ability to demonstrate 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 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 provided 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.
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 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 complete required compliance training.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.