Speech-Language Pathologist: Patient-Focused Rehab

Life Care Centers of America; Mitchell (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients under physician referral. Requires MS/MA in SLP, active state licensure, and ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility with ongoing credentialing.

Responsibilities include patient liaison, interdisciplinary collaboration, adherence to regulations, and accurate charting using therapy software. CPR certification must be maintained; new grads welcome.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in speech therapy (minimum MS or MA SLP).
• ASHA certified (CCC) OR eligible for 9 month CFY to earn CCCs. Must maintain ASHA credentialing.
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain active license.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation; CPR must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaises with patients, families, support departments, etc., to plan for patient needs.
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
• Possess ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Knowledgeable of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the facility.
• Implement and interpret department programs, goals, policies, procedures.
• Maintain patient rights, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Establish, assess, and modify goals; chart appropriately; use therapy software.

Skills

Communication

ASHA CCCs/CFY

MS/MA SLP

Patient liaison

Education

MS/MA SLP

ASHA CCCs/CFY eligibility

State licensure

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Therapy software

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients under physician referral. Requires MS/MA in SLP, active state licensure, and ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility with ongoing credentialing.

Responsibilities include patient liaison, interdisciplinary collaboration, adherence to regulations, and accurate charting using therapy software. CPR certification must be maintained; new grads welcome.