Speech Language Pathologist

Mt.-Pleasant-Health-and-Rehabilitatio; Mount Pleasant (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Micro Raises

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Retirement Savings Plan

DailyPay Option

Uniforms Offered

Pay in lieu of benefits (Mod Comp)

Job summary

Mt. Pleasant Health and Rehabilitation provides speech-language pathology services focused on patient evaluation, treatment planning, and discharge planning. The role involves maintaining professional conduct and adherence to state and federal regulations governing SLP practice.

Responsibilities include supervising assistants, ensuring accurate documentation and billing, and collaborating with a rehab team to deliver high-quality patient care within organizational guidelines.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Valid state Speech Language Pathologist license.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP) where applicable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language pathology services including screening, evaluation, and treatment plans.
• Ensure documentation and billing comply with state and federal guidelines.
• Maintain patient-centered interactions with patients, staff and supervisors.
• Supervise assistants and rehab techs when applicable.
• Participate in care conferences, case management and interdisciplinary activities.
• Maintain licensure and ASHA certification as required.

Skills

Strong teamwork

Verbal & written communication

English proficiency

Clinical problem-solving

Education

Accredited SLP program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Welcome to Mt. Pleasant Health and Rehabilitation!

Job Summary

Provide speech-language pathology services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of speech-language pathology and within organizational guidelines. Provide quality patient care, including screening and evaluation of patients, development of initial and ongoing treatment plans of care, discharge planning, supervision of assistants and rehab techs, and case management responsibilities. Maintain professional conduct that represents commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients and facilities. Adhere to all applicable state and federal regulations governing speech-language pathology practice.

We offer the following to our amazing employees:

• Quarterly Micro Raises: Consistently rewarding exceptional performance with quarterly salary increases. Eligible for up to 5.5% raise per year!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to support our employees' well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Offering a 401K plan for long‑term financial security.
• DailyPay Option: Offering flexibility with daily access to earned wages.
• Uniforms Offered: Ensuring a unified workplace environment.
• Pay in lieu of benefits (Mod Comp): Competitive compensation options.

We offer the following to our amazing employees:

• Quarterly Micro Raises: Consistently rewarding exceptional performance with quarterly salary increases. Eligible for up to 5.5% raise per year!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to support our employees' well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Offering a 401K plan for long‑term financial security.
• DailyPay Option: Offering flexibility with daily access to earned wages.
• Uniforms Offered: Ensuring a unified workplace environment.
• Pay in lieu of benefits (Mod Comp): Competitive compensation options.

Job Responsibilities

• Optimize patient communication and swallowing function by providing, directing, and/or overseeing speech-language pathology services, including screening, evaluation, and treatment.
• Comply with state and federal guidelines related to accurate and timely documentation and billing.
• Provides regular updates and information to the Director of Rehabilitation regarding departmental activities and operations.
• Establish and maintain effective, patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team members, and facility staff.
• Refer patients for treatment to Speech Language Pathology Assistants where applicable and provide clinical supervision.
• Participate in utilization review, care conferences, case management, administrative meetings, and interdisciplinary team activities.
• Develop and enhance speech-language pathology programs and services to support quality outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with environmental safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and patient rights policies.
• Enhance clinical expertise through continuing education and professional development.
• Maintain valid state licensure and ASHA certification where applicable.
• Understand and apply relevant payment models and treatment guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality of the facility and patient information.
• Conduct oneself in an ethical, legal, and professional manner at all times.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• May supervise Speech Language Pathology Assistants, rehab techs, and/or students in accordance with state practice act guidelines and policies.

Requirements

• Effective clinical problem-solving and decision‑making skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with a diverse population.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, productive work environment.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, reach, lift, and sustain activity throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds using appropriate biomechanical techniques.
• Ability to perform duties in a healthcare environment with moderate noise levels.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Valid state Speech Language Pathologist license.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP), where applicable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.