Speech/Language Therapists - Full and Part-time

Job Type : Full-time, PRN

New Grads Welcome
Benefits(full-time) :

~ Flexible scheduling
~ 401(k) retirement plan with company match
~ Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
~ Life insurance, short/long term disability
~ Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:
Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.
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.
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
One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., 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 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's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
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
~ Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
~ Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
~ Read, write, speak, and understand the English language