Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Centers of America; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)

Student loan repayment

Career advancement opportunities

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Vacation, holidays, personal day, sick

Life insurance, disability

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide direct rehab care in speech therapy for residents. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and work within a multi-disciplinary team to improve communication and swallowing functions. New grads welcome.

Requires MS/MA in SLP, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, and an active state license. The role involves administrative tasks, patient assessment, and collaboration with nursing and therapy staff in a skilled

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited speech therapy program (MS/MA in SLP).
• ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility; maintain credentialing after.
• Current state license and active licensure in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Establish, assess, and modify functional goals for patients.
• Oversee and evaluate CFYs if SLP-CCC.
• Follow treatment plans for patients under supervision as CFY or CCC.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software for patient progress documentation.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and teamwork.
• Read, write, and speak English.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent decision making

Confidentiality

Education

MS or MA SLP

ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email client

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 60 Pay Rate Minimum: 45 Shift: Day

Job Type: Full-time, PRN

Wage Range: $45 - $60 DOE

New Grads Welcome

Sign-on Bonus: $5,000 CFY, $10,000 CCC

• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
• Student loan repayment
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
• Life insurance, short/long term disability

Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

• Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
• A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

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’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand 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
• 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