Speech-Language Pathologist(SLP), PRN

Lifepoint Health; West Covina (CA); On-site; USD 73,012 - 75,768; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Career Growth Assistance

Employee Well-being Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

A diversified healthcare delivery network is seeking a Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist to help patients recover by maximizing their speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities. Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, instructing families and staff, and maintaining a safe work environment. Candidates must have a master's degree in Speech Language Pathology, relevant licensure, and strong communication skills. The role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including tuition assistance and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a master’s level program in Speech Language Pathology accredited by Education Standards Board.
• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in California.
• Minimum of six months experience with adult and geriatric population.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to maximize patients' speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities.
• Document patient care per regulatory and licensing requirements.
• Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s level program in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Speech Language Pathology (SLP) - LTACH

Per Diem

Wage scale: $53-$55 per hour

Supportive Leadership, Superior Outcomes, Career Advancement

How you’ll contribute

• 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

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• 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.

Qualifications and requirements

• 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

About us

AtKindred Hospital La Mirada is an86-beds located inLa Mirada,California, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

AtLifepoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AtLifepoint Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.