Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Clinical Fellow

Life Care Center of South Hill•Puyallup, WA

5d•Onsite

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. Life Care Centers of America facilities are skilled nursing facilities offering long-term care and short-term sub-acute rehabilitation. Care is delivered collaboratively by an interdisciplinary team, serving a diverse patient population that may include people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs. The patient mix varies by facility. The role may be filled by a Speech Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow. Clinical Fellows follow treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines. SLP CCCs establish, assess, and modify functional goals and may oversee and evaluate care provided by SLP CFYs. The position is listed as full-time or PRN. The stated wage range is $40–$53, depending on experience. Benefits are specified for full-time employees.

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.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation, and kept 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.
Ability to demonstrate good body mechanics, concentrate, use reasoning skills and good judgment, and 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 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.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality, follow company policies and compliance procedures, and complete required compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and provide excellent customer service.