Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Centers of America; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus $10k

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide direct speech therapy to patients under physician referral in a skilled long-term care setting. The role involves collaborating with nursing, therapy, and medical staff to support functional progress in a patient-centered environment.

Requirements include MS/MA in SLP, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, active state licensure, CPR certification, and 1 year of experience preferred (new grads welcome).

Qualifications

• MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology required
• ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility required
• Licensed in the applicable state and in good standing
• CPR certification at hire or during orientation

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide direct speech-language pathology services
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team
• Document progress and communicate with families and physicians
• Maintain patient rights and safety standards

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient-focused care

Education

MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility

State licensure

CPR certification (or during orientation)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email proficiency

Job description

Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as

• 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.

Job Type

PRN/FT

$10k Sign On Bonus for FT

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