Speech Language Pathologist

Reliant Rehabilitation; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking rehabilitation therapy provider dedicated to making a significant impact in patient care. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will play a vital role in enhancing the communication and cognitive skills of patients. This position offers the opportunity to grow professionally through continuing education and a supportive environment led by experienced therapists. You will be responsible for providing quality therapy, developing treatment plans, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to advance your career, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Competitive Pay Packages

Tuition Repayment Programs

Flexible Schedules

Continuing Education Courses

Qualifications

• Master’s in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Valid state license for Speech-Language Pathologist is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide SLP therapy and related services to patients.
• Develop treatment plans and manage patient care effectively.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Communication Skills

Case Management

Patient Evaluation

Infection Control Procedures

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Tools

Clinical Documentation Software

Basic Internet Navigation

Job description

Overview

When you join Reliant’s therapy team, you join a team that makes a very real impact in the lives of the patients and residents we serve. As a leading rehab therapy provider for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), Reliant therapists provide necessary rehabilitation services for our most vulnerable population. As a Reliant therapist, you also have the opportunity to advance your career through our continuing education platform, climbing our clinical ladder and utilizing the opportunity to serve with others who are working at the top of their discipline. Our executive team started their own careers as therapists working with patients, and we take great pride in promoting from within the company. We also have a team of clinicians who provide continuing training, as well as systems and proven protocols to help ensure everyone is providing therapy in the most effective way for the patients and the most compliant way to help ensure our SNF partners are covered.

Why Reliant:

• Reliant is the largest independent rehab therapy provider to skilled nursing facilities and long-term acute hospitals (LTACHs)
• Great Corporate Support
• Therapy company run by Therapists with decades of experience
• A company that desires for you to grow as a therapist and as a leader in our industry
• Currently in 38+ states in approximately 850 buildings with plenty of opportunities that fit any therapist's needs in location, schedule, or development

Reliant Benefits May Include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Multiple plans to choose from
• Life Insurance (Free and add-on)
• 401K
• PTO (Increased over time)
• Competitive Pay Packages
• Voluntary Short Term and Long Term Disability
• CEU Courses provided by CEU 360
• Tuition Repayment Programs
• Clinical Leadership Support
• Flexible Schedules

• Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).
• Current Reliant employees (PRN and full-time) who are seeking to transfer from one location to another or move from a PRN to Full-time status are not eligible for sign-on bonuses if advertised.

Responsibilities

Speech Language Pathologist

Summary:

Provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Therapy and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of Speech-Language Pathology therapy and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provide quality patient care including screening and evaluation of patients, development of initial and ongoing treatment plans of care, discharge plan, and case management responsibilities. Maintain professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with facilities and clients. Adhere to all state and federal regulations regarding speech-language pathology therapy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Optimize communication, cognitive-linguistic abilities, and swallowing skills of patients by providing, directing, and/or overseeing speech therapy
• Build a strong Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) therapy program
• Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists, and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities.
• Maintain valid state license. Maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of speech-language pathology therapy and the health care environment.
• Understand various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines, as well as clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery. Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines.
• Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Master’s Degree, or equivalent, in Speech Language Pathology

Computer Skills:

• Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation
• Basic Internet navigation skills

Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid Speech-Language Pathologist state license (where appropriate)