Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Centers of America; Riverview (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS medical plans

Delta Dental plan

Davis Vision plan

PTO accrual up to 23 days/year

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to provide direct rehab care in speech therapy for patients at the Rivergate Campus. The position emphasizes cognitive care services with direct employment and a generous benefits package.

Ideal candidates hold an MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, and active state licensure. New grads welcomed; CPR certification required by hire and kept current.

Qualifications

• MS or MA in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• ASHA CCCs or eligibility for CFY; must obtain/maintain ASHA credentialing.
• State licensure active and in good standing.
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification at hire or during orientation; must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaises with patients, families, and departments to plan for patient needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information and follow policies.
• Establish and modify realistic, measurable goals for patient care.
• Chart appropriately and timely; utilize therapy software.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

Live the Mission

We are excited to add a Speech Language Pathologist to our team of Champions! Well qualified candidates will have long-term care experience and enjoy providing cognitive care services. At the Rivergate Campus, you are directly employed - not contracted. AND w e have an awesome benefit package!

• Choose from two BCBS plans for medical insurance, as well as a Delta Dental plan and Davis Vision.
• We also have a generous PTO accrual rate (up to 23 days off per year!)

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