Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Center of Crossville•Crossville, TN

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 Life Care Center of Crossville, Tennessee. Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) candidates are welcome; the facility offers a 36-week training program. The position is part of an in-house rehabilitation program within a network of more than 200 skilled nursing facilities, with continuing education and growth opportunities. The SLP establishes, assesses, and modifies realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals when practicing as an SLP CCC. An SLP CFY follows treatment plans under the direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with federal and state guidelines. The role requires appropriate and timely charting, accurate use of therapy software, dependable attendance, effective communication on an interdisciplinary team, and a positive, customer-service-oriented approach.

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.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
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 care to patients upon physician referral and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
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 for patients 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.
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 adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Follow department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, and perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and the 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.