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

Western Hills Health Care Center•Lakewood, CO

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 full-time and primarily based at Western Hills Care Center in Lakewood, Colorado, with floating to the Briarwood facility as needed. Clinical Fellows and new graduates are welcome to apply. The position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees. Western Hills Care Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center providing short-term rehabilitation, short-term care, and nursing support. The SLP works with patients and interdisciplinary colleagues to plan and deliver care, document treatment, and support patient safety and rights. Responsibilities and scope vary according to credential: certified SLPs establish and modify patient goals and oversee SLP Clinical Fellows, while Clinical Fellows follow treatment plans under the direction of a supervising SLP CCC and applicable federal and state guidelines.

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 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, 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.
Adhere to company policies, harassment and compliance procedures, and Life Care’s Code of Conduct; complete mandatory compliance training.

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 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 Clinical Fellows (SLP CFY only).
Follow speech therapy treatment plans for patients under the direction of a 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 for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in patient rights, safety, sanitation, and other competency areas.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality.
Assist in evacuating patients.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance.