Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

Lifepoint Rehabilitation; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in rehabilitation services is seeking a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing essential therapy to patients, helping them recover their speech and cognitive abilities. You will work in a supportive environment focused on patient-centered care, ensuring that each individual receives tailored rehabilitation programs. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of patients and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values excellence in care and community service.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited master's 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.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisors and assist with scheduling.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

CPR Certification

Job description

Facility Name : Kindred Hospital Santa Ana

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Setting : Long Term Acute Care

City / State : Santa Ana CA

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 :

• 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

Qualifications :

• 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
• 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

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.