Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Payson Care Center•Payson, AZ

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist provides direct speech therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role is based in skilled nursing facilities serving long-term care residents and patients receiving short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation. The patient population includes people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs, with the mix varying by facility. The therapist works in a supportive, patient-centered environment alongside nursing, therapy, and medical staff to help patients make functional progress and improve quality of life.

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.
Obtain CPR certification upon hire or during orientation and keep it current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge of practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
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

Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals (SLP CCC only).
Oversee and evaluate care given by SLP Clinical Fellowship Year candidates (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.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
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.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
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.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.