Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Speech Therapist (ST) / Clinical Fellow (CF)

Western Hills Health Care Center•Lakewood, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist provides direct speech therapy rehabilitation to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The full-time role is primarily based at Western Hills Care Center in Lakewood, Colorado, and may also require floating to the Briarwood facility. Clinical Fellows are welcome. The center provides short-term rehabilitation, short-term care, and nursing support in a community-focused environment. The position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees. Western Hills offers in-house rehabilitation programs, reimbursed continuing education units of choice, a new graduate mentorship program, and growth opportunities. Compensation is listed as $40–$52 for full-time and $50–$55 for PRN.

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 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.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledge of practices, 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 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 Clinical Fellows (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 for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality, and follow company policies, compliance procedures, and the Life Care Code of Conduct.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.