Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Garden Terrace Healthcare Center of Federal Way•Federal Way, WA

17d•Onsite

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 serves patients in skilled nursing facilities, including residents receiving long-term skilled support and patients receiving short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation after surgery, illness, or injury. Care is delivered in collaboration with nursing, therapy, and medical staff to support functional progress and quality of life. Patient populations and needs vary by facility and may include orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and other post-acute needs. The position may involve SLP CCC responsibilities, including establishing, assessing, and modifying patient goals, or SLP CFY responsibilities, including following treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC and, where applicable, overseeing and evaluating care provided by SLP CFYs. The posting lists full-time and PRN opportunities. The stated wage ranges are $40–$53 and $50–$55 DOE; the posting does not specify which range applies to which employment type.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program, with a minimum MS or MA in SLP.
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 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 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.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Implement and interpret the department’s programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in applicable areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information and follow company policies, compliance procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.