Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Centers of America; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Fort Lauderdale, FL, seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to provide direct rehab care in speech therapy on physician referral, adhering to all laws and Life Care standards.

From education and licensure to patient care, this role requires ASHA credentials or CFY eligibility, state licensure, CPR, and a willingness to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patients and families.

Qualifications

• MS or MA in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• ASHA CCCs or eligible for CFY and must maintain credential.
• Current state licensure with active status.
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaisons with patients, families, and departments to plan for patient needs.
• Demonstrates good body mechanics and safe patient handling.
• Make independent decisions when warranted while following policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Demonstrate professionalism and comply with Life Care’s Code of Conduct.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email proficiency

Education

MS or MA Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility

State licensure

CPR certification

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

Background Screening Information - https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Flexible Scheduling

CCCs: $43/hr - $48/hr based on experience

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