Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Speech Therapist (ST)

Life Care Centers of America; Carbondale (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-Time sign-on bonus $10,000

Part-Time sign-on bonus $5,000

Job summary

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients at Heritage Park Care Center under physician referral. This role follows Life Care standards and all applicable laws.

Ideal candidates are MS/MA in SLP graduates, ASHA CCCs or CFY-eligible, state-licensed, CPR-certified, and prepared for a dynamic SNF environment in Carbondale, CO. Join an in-house rehab program within a large Life Care network.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program (MS or MA in SLP).
• ASHA CCCs or eligible CFY to earn CCCs; maintain credentialing.
• Current state license in good standing.
• One year of experience preferred; new grads welcome.
• CPR certification at hire or during orientation; must stay current.

Responsibilities

• Establish, assess, and modify goals with patients.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and teamwork.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow policies and safety standards.

Skills

Communication with patients/families

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

MS or MA SLP

ASHA CCCs or CFY eligible

State licensure in good standing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Speech Therapist (ST)

Heritage Park Care Center

Employment Status: Full-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 55 Pay Rate Minimum: 42 Shift: Days

$10,000 sign on bonus for Full Time

$5,000 sign on bonus for Part Time

Heritage Park Care Center is part of Life Care Centers of America, the largest, privately-owned skilled nursing home company in the United States. Located in the central Rocky Mountains just 12 miles from Glenwood Springs and 30 miles from Aspen, Colorado, Heritage Park Care Center is at the base of beautiful Mount Sopris in Carbondale, making our nursing home an ideal choice for individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery. We are proud to have achieved the following:

• 4.7 Google Star Rating out of 55 reviews
• "800 Club" membership in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com
• 5-Star CMS Rating for Quality Measures

Heritage Park Care Center Offers:

• In-house rehab programs
• Reimbursed Continuing Education Unit (CEU) opportunities of choice
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states

Compensation Range

Full-Time: $42 to $52/hr

PRN: $50 - $55/hr

Position Summary

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in speech therapy (minimum MS or MA SLP)
• ASHA certified (CCCs) OR must be eligible for 9 month Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) in order to earn ASHA certification (CCCs) and/or meeting ASHA credentialing criteria. Once achieved, must maintain ASHA credentialing.
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
• (SLP CCC only) Must be able to oversee and evaluate care given by SLP CFYs
• (SLP CFY only) Must be able to follow speech therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language