Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Cottesmore of Life Care•Gig Harbor, WA

17d

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. Life Care Centers of America facilities are skilled nursing facilities providing long-term care and short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation. The patient population includes people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs, supported by an interdisciplinary team. The patient mix may vary by facility. The role helps patients make functional progress and improve their quality of life in a patient-centered environment.

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 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, and kept current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
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

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 timely.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
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.
Follow department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, as well as applicable post-acute care practices, laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Perform proficiently in competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality, follow company policies and compliance procedures, and adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and required compliance training.