Life Care Centers of America

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Centers of America • $87K — $108K *
Carbondale, CO 81623In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program (MS or MA SLP)
  • ASHA certified (CCCs) or eligible for Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) to earn certification
  • Currently registered/licensed in applicable state, with active license in good standing
  • One year of experience preferred; new graduates welcome to apply
  • CPR certified upon hire, must maintain certification during employment

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct speech therapy care to patients based on physician referrals
  • Participate in community health projects as appropriate
  • Liaise with patients, families, and support departments for care planning
  • Establish and modify patient goals in accordance with therapy standards
  • Chart patient information accurately and timely
  • Utilize therapy software effectively
  • Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team

Benefits

  • $10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time positions
  • $5,000 sign-on bonus for part-time positions
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive work environment focused on patient care
Full Job Description
$10,000 sign on bonus for Full Time

$5,000 sign on bonus for Part Time

Compensation Range

Full-Time: $42 to $52/hr

PRN: $50 - $55/hr

Position Summary

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited program in speech therapy (minimum MS or MA SLP)
  • ASHA certified (CCCs) OR must be eligible for 9 month Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) in order to earn ASHA certification (CCCs) and/or meeting ASHA credentialing criteria. Once achieved, must maintain ASHA credentialing
  • Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment
  • One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
  • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment

Specific Job Requirements

  • Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
  • Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
  • Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
  • Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
  • Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
  • Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
  • Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
  • Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
  • Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
  • Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
  • Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

  • Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
  • (SLP CCC only) Must be able to oversee and evaluate care given by SLP CFYs
  • (SLP CFY only) Must be able to follow speech therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines
  • Chart appropriately and timely
  • Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
  • Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
  • Assist in the evacuation of patients
  • Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
  • Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
  • Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
  • Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
  • Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

About Life Care Centers of America

Life Care Centers of America is a privately held company that operates nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and retirement communities in the United States. The company was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Cleveland, Tennessee. Life Care Centers of America provides a range of services, including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, Alzheimer's and dementia care, and hospice care. The company operates more than 200 facilities in 28 states.
Learn more about Life Care Centers of America
Size
40,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1976
* Ladders Estimates

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