Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Speech Therapist (ST) / Clinical Fellow (CF)

Valley View Villa • Fort Morgan, CO

2d • $40 - $52

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 at Valley View Villa, a skilled nursing community with an in-house rehabilitation program and a resident-focused team environment.

The position may be filled by an SLP with ASHA certification or by a Clinical Fellow (CFY) working toward ASHA certification. The SLP CCC establishes and modifies patient goals and may oversee and evaluate care provided by SLP CFYs. An SLP CFY follows treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with federal and state guidelines.

The posting lists full-time compensation of $40 to $52 and PRN compensation of $50 to $55, without specifying the pay period. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to full-time candidates and to candidates completing their SLP Clinical Fellowship upon successful completion of the fellowship.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program, with a 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 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.
• Knowledge of practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• 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

• 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.
• Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
• Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
• Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Perform competently in applicable areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
• Maintain professional working relationships and patient confidentiality; follow company policies, compliance procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible full-time candidates and candidates completing their SLP Clinical Fellowship upon successful completion of the fellowship.
• Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance.
• In-house rehabilitation program and collaborative therapy environment.
• Growth opportunities and advancement pathways within a large network.
• Supportive team culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level