Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Speech Therapist (ST)

Berkley Manor Care Center•Denver, CO

1d•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 is at Berkley Manor Care Center, a post-acute care facility in central Denver offering short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery. The position involves establishing and modifying functional patient goals for SLPs with a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), overseeing and evaluating care provided by Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) clinicians when applicable, and following treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC when working as an SLP CFY. The SLP charts accurately and promptly, uses therapy software, collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, and contributes to patient safety and care. New graduates are welcome to apply. Full-time compensation is $40 to $52; PRN compensation is $50 to $55. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered for full-time employees.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program; minimum MS or MA in Speech-Language Pathology.
ASHA certification (CCC), 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 and of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
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 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 timely.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate 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.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates and vendors.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Perform competently in applicable areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.