Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Centers of America; West Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Make Your Own Schedule!

Job summary

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at Life Care Center of West Bridgewater provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients referred by physicians, in accordance with laws and Life Care standards.

Requirements include MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, active state license, and CPR certification; new grads are welcome. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support patient goals and maintain documentation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program (MS/MA).
• ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility; maintain credentialing.
• Active state license in good standing.
• CPR certification required; new grads welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaises with patients, families, and other departments to plan patient needs.
• Chart appropriately and timely; use therapy software accurately.
• Demonstrate professional conduct and teamwork on an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow Life Care policies.

Skills

MS Word proficiency

Education

MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility

State licensure

CPR certification

Job description

Live the Mission

Life Care Center of West Bridgewater won the Best Nursing Home Award for both short and long-term care from U.S. News and World report for 2021-2022. CMS 5-Star Rating

Flexible hours / Make Your Own Schedule!

Must have CCCs

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