Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Center of Pueblo•Pueblo, CO

17d

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 based at Life Care Center of Pueblo, a nursing home providing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery. The facility offers an outdoor therapy courtyard, individualized home assessments, private therapist treatment rooms, and outdoor areas for residents. The position includes clinical care responsibilities, documentation, communication with patients and families, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Depending on credentials, the SLP may establish and modify patient goals or oversee and evaluate care provided by SLP Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) clinicians. SLP CFYs follow treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP with a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC).

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.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge of practices and procedures, and laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facility functions.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to perform the physical activities listed for the position, including sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving intermittently during working hours.
Adherence to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and professionalism and integrity expectations.

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.
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 applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality; follow company policies and compliance procedures and complete required compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.