Speech Language Pathologist (Slp) Speech Therapist [St]

Prefer Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care experienceThe 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 credentialingParticipates in community health matters/projects as appropriateProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mailKnowledgeable 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 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 trainingSLP 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