Speech Language Pathologist

Jobtome; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)

Flexible scheduling

Student loan repayment

Career advancement opportunities

401(k) with company match

Vacation and holidays plus personal/s病

Life insurance

Short/long term disability

Medical, Dental, Vision and Health SAV

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to deliver direct speech therapy to patients in a skilled nursing facility. The role requires MS/MA in SLP, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, and active state licensure. CPR certification is required on hire and kept current.

Responsibilities include interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation, and maintaining patient confidentiality while contributing to quality post-acute care. New grads welcome.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in speech-language pathology (MS or MA).
• ASHA CCCs or eligible for CFY and eventually maintain credentials.
• Licensed and in good standing in the applicable state.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome.
• CPR certification required on hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct rehab care in speech therapy per physician referral.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to plan patient care.
• Document appropriately and timely in charts and records.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with regulations.
• Oversee CFYs if CCCs are applicable and direct supervision as required.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Email

Education

MS/MA in SLP

ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility

State licensure

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

Job Type: Full-time, PRNWage Range: $40 - $53, $50 - $55 DOEBenefits(full-time):- Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)- Flexible scheduling- Student loan repayment- Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles- 401(k) retirement plan with company match- Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one- Life insurance, short/long term disability- Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts

Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

• - Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• - Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• - Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
• - A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

Patient mix varies slightly by facility.

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer