Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA); Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in rehabilitation services is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to significantly impact patients' recovery journeys by providing essential therapy to enhance their speech, language, and cognitive abilities. You will work closely with a supportive team, ensuring that each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs. This position offers a fulfilling environment where your contributions will help individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited master's level program in Speech Language Pathology.
• Current and unrestricted Speech Language Pathologist license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Master's in Speech Language Pathology

Tools

Patient Care Documentation Software

Job description

Description

Facility Name: Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center
Setting: Inpatient Acute Rehab
Job Type: PRN
City/State: Findlay, OH

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with more than 300 hospital-based rehabilitation units, medical/surgical and outpatient therapy settings and more than 30 joint venture inpatient rehabilitation hospitals across the country. We provide high quality, patient-centered care to those who have experienced a loss of function from an injury or illness. Our team conducts comprehensive evaluations to determine each patient's unique needs, and then creates a multifaceted program using the latest rehabilitation therapies and advanced technologies to support them on their road to recovery. Our goal is to help our patients recover as fully as possible and regain the level of independence they hope to achieve. If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

What you will do in this role:

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

Qualifications

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

Through a history of successful joint-venture partnerships and management agreements, Lifepoint Rehabilitation works with hospitals to more effectively meet the needs of their patients, maintain employee satisfaction and generate long-term quality outcomes for their entire organization. We are fully dedicated to our partners and delivering on the promise made to patients.