Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Albuquerque, LTACH, is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (PRN) to join Lifepoint Rehabilitation. You will provide therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities for adults and geriatric patients in a LTACH setting.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, communicating with the team, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. CPR and state licensure are required, with ongoing professional development encouraged.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology or equivalent, accredited by Education Standards Board or ASHA eligibility.
• Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology (ASHA).
• Minimum of six months experience with adults/geriatric populations as a speech-language pathologist.
• Current and unrestricted SLP license in the state where services are rendered.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and team; assist with scheduling and post charges.
• Document patient care per regulatory and payer requirements.
• Instruct patient families or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe, clean condition.
• Adhere to company conduct policies and applicable laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC-SLP eligibility/ASHA certification

Job description

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital Albuquerque, LTACH

Schedule: PRN

Your Experience Matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, (SLP) PRN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

A Speech-Language Pathologist, (SLP) PRN who excels in this role:

• Play an important part in helping our patient to recover and feel better about themselves by providing therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws
• Other duties as assigned

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Graduate of a master's level program in Speech Language Pathology which is accredited by Education Standards Board or whose practice meets ASHA certification requirements
• Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology granted by ASHA
• Minimum of six months speech therapist / speech language pathologist experience working with an adult and geriatric population
• Current and unrestricted Speech Language Pathologist license in the state where services are rendered
• Current CPR certification
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Connect with our Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Lindsay Simboli by email [e-mail], text 737-268-9063 or via phone [phone]

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.