Speech-Language Pathologist: Elevate Patient Rehab

Life Care Centers of America; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide direct rehab care in speech therapy for patients per physician referrals in a post-acute setting. Requires MS/MA in SLP, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, and active state licensure; CPR must be current.

Responsibilities include establishing goals, supervising CFYs (if CCC), documenting care, using therapy software, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team while upholding safety and patient rights.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program (MS or MA SLP)
• ASHA CCCs or eligible for CFY to earn CCCs
• Currently licensed in the applicable state; maintain licensure in good standing
• CPR certification on hire or during orientation; keep current while employed

Responsibilities

• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
• Oversee and evaluate care for CFYs if SLP CCC
• Follow treatment plans for CFY under supervision of supervising SLP CCC
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software accurately
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients as needed
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and reliability
• Communicate and function effectively on an interdisciplinary team
• Adhere to patient rights, safety, sanitation, and Life Care policies

Skills

MS/MA SLP

ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility

State licensure

CPR certification

Education

MS or MA SLP

ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility

Job description

Life Care Centers of America seeks a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide direct rehab care in speech therapy for patients per physician referrals in a post-acute setting. Requires MS/MA in SLP, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, and active state licensure; CPR must be current.

Responsibilities include establishing goals, supervising CFYs (if CCC), documenting care, using therapy software, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team while upholding safety and patient rights.