Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Lifepoint Health®; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & leave

Tuition assistance

401(k)

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for full-time deployment at San Juan Regional Rehabiliation Hospital. You will provide therapy to improve speech, language, cognition and swallowing, while documenting care and communicating progress to the team.

Join Lifepoint Health to support patient recovery in a coordinated care setting, with opportunities for professional development, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing clinical collaboration across the Lifepoint

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program or meeting ASHA CCC eligibility requirements.
• ASHA Certification/CCC eligibility as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and team; assist with scheduling and post charges.
• Document patient care per regulatory, licensing, payer and accreditation requirements.
• Instruct patients' families or nursing staff on follow-through programs.
• Maintain equipment and workspace in a safe, clean condition.
• Adhere to Lifepoint policies and professional standards and applicable laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

CPR certification

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCC or eligibility

Job description

Facility Name: San Juan Regional Rehabiliation Hospital

Schedule: Full-Time

Your Experience Matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, (SLP) PRN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

• Play an important part in helping our patient to recover and feel better about themselves by providing therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws
• Other duties as assigned

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Graduate of a master's level program in Speech Language Pathology which is accredited by Education Standards Board or whose practice meets ASHA certification requirements
• Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology granted by ASHA
• Minimum of six months speech therapist / speech language pathologist experience working with an adult and geriatric population
• Current and unrestricted Speech Language Pathologist license in the state where services are rendered
• Current CPR certification
• Strong organizational and communication skills

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.