Job Description
Position Summary
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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.
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Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
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Graduate of an accredited program in speech therapy (minimum MS or MA SLP)
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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.
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Currently
registered/licensed
in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
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One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
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CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
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Specific Job Requirements
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Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
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Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
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Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
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Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
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Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
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Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
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Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
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Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
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Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
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Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
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Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
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Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care'sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training
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Essential Functions
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Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
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(SLP CCC only) Must be able to oversee and evaluate care given by SLP CFYs
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(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
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Chart appropriately and timely
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Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
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Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
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Assist in the evacuation of patients
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Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
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Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
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Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
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Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
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Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
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An Equal Prospect Employer
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📌 Speech Language Pathologist (Slp) (North Scottsdale)
🏢 Life Care Centers of America
📍 North Scottsdale