Speech/Language Pathologist - Full Time

About the Opportunity:

Our company is a 230 bed facility. We are currently recruiting for an exceptional SLP to join our in-house team of healthcare professionals. As part of our team you will enjoy a stable work environment not ruled by corporate red tape, highly competitive compensation and many career growth opportunities with a growing organization.

The company receives support from Ensign Services who provides a wide range of clinical and operational assistance to over 100 independently owned healthcare operations located throughout the United States. Ensign culture has come to life in these facility teams and is evident in the ownership, passion, and celebration found in their departments every day. In addition, Ensign culture has fostered an environment where therapists have an unprecedented level of freedom to create and implement the programs that will best serve their patients and communities.

Duties: 

• Evaluate patients within (48) hours of physician referral 
• Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from referring physician 
• Treat patients according to the physician’s treatment plan and adhere to facility documentation guidelines 
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and treatment plans 
• Participate in Patient Care Conference, Utilization Review Meeting and Rehabilitation Conferences 
• Participate in in service training program for other staff in the facility 
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, HCFA therapy certs/POC forms per documentation guidelines 
• Record treatment charges per facility policy and procedure. 
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program 
• Participate in discharge planning 
• Secure necessary durable medical equipment and adaptive equipment for patients to facilitate independence 
• Act as a clinical preceptor for affiliating CFY / RFP Speech Language Pathologist and student programs 
• Comply with the American Speech Language and Hearing Practice Act for the state, and the facility policy and procedures 

Requirements:

Although prior therapy experience is preferred, we place a high value on intelligence, drive and willingness to learn and grow, making this an excellent opportunity for an exceptional new graduate who is willing to work hard and make him or herself an indispensable member of our team. The right individual will be committed to providing the superior service levels that our patients and residents need and expect.

Experience/Qualifications:

Licensed Speech/Language Pathologist

Desired Skills: 

• Exhibits a sincere desire to help patients and residents in their rehabilitation process 
• Superior interpersonal communication skills 
• Strong writing skills required for documentation of the care you provide 
• Exhibits knowledge and understanding of therapy practice 
• Possesses and conveys high degree of credibility and integrity 
• Enjoys team cohesion, is a team player, has a positive attitude and a strong desire to make a constructive impact on organizational excellence 
• Understands and accepts the unpredictable nature and needs of the therapy function in a busy rehab department 

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.