Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Mitchell Manor•Mitchell, IN

13d

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 performed by an SLP CCC or an SLP CFY, with responsibilities and supervision requirements specific to each credential level. The SLP establishes, assesses, and modifies realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals when credentialed as an SLP CCC. An SLP CCC oversees and evaluates care provided by SLP CFYs. An SLP CFY follows speech therapy treatment plans under the direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines. The role also includes timely and accurate charting, appropriate use of therapy software, patient and family coordination, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

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.
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.
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.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
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 CCC only).
Follow speech therapy treatment plans under the direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines (SLP CFY only).
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in applicable areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality; follow company policies, compliance procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.