Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

Kindred Healthcare; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation provider in Lewiston seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to provide therapy for patients recovering from injuries. The role involves documenting care, communicating with the team, and instructing families. Join a dedicated team committed to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months experience with adult and geriatric population.
• Current and unrestricted Speech Language Pathologist license.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Instruct families in follow-through programs.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Master's in Speech Language Pathology

ASHA Certification

Job description

Facility Name: Central Maine Medical Center
Setting: Inpatient Acute Rehab
Job Type: PRN
City/State: Lewiston, ME

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 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 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 laws.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications:

1. Graduate of a master’s level program in Speech Language Pathology accredited by the Education Standards Board or meeting 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.