About this opportunity
Life Care Center of South Hill lists this Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) opportunity in lenexa, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Type : Full-time, PRNWage Range : $40- $53DOENew Grads Welcome
Benefits(full-time) :Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)Flexible schedulingStudent loan repaymentOpportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles401(k) retirement plan with company matchVacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day oneLife insurance, short/longterm disabilityMedical, 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 assistanceShort term, sub-acute rehabilitation
for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injuryCollaborative care
through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working togetherA diverse patient population
including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needsPatient 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
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 applyCPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job Requirements
Specific Job Requirements
Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriateProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mailLiaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needsDemonstrate good body mechanics at all timesPossess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays 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 guidelinesChart appropriately and timelyUtilize therapy software appropriately and accuratelyExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable, regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursRead, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer
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Who can apply
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