PRN Speech-Language Pathologist - New Grads Welcome

Life Care Centers of America; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) on a PRN, hourly basis for Massachusetts facilities. The role provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients with physician referrals, adhering to all applicable laws and Life Care standards.

The position requires MS/MA in SLP, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, active state licensure, and CPR certification. New grads are welcome; 1 year experience preferred. Proficiency with Word, Excel, and email is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in speech therapy (minimum MS or MA SLP).
• ASHA certified (CCCs) OR must be eligible for 9 month CFY in order to earn ASHA certification (CCCs) and/or meeting ASHA credentialing criteria.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Skills

Independent decision making

Interdisciplinary teamwork

MS Word

MS Excel

Email communications

CFY eligible or new grads welcome

Education

MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility

State licensure in good standing

CPR certification

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) on a PRN, hourly basis for Massachusetts facilities. The role provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients with physician referrals, adhering to all applicable laws and Life Care standards.

The position requires MS/MA in SLP, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, active state licensure, and CPR certification. New grads are welcome; 1 year experience preferred. Proficiency with Word, Excel, and email is expected.