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Job description
Job Type : Full-time, PRN
Wage Range : $40 - $55 DOE
New Grad CFYs Welcome
Sign-on Bonus :
Benefits(full-time) :
Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
Flexible scheduling
Student loan repayment
Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
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
Setting & Population Served
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
A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
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.
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's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and 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
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
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
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Worksite address
marysville, WA, 98270, US
Who can apply
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