Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

About the role

Live the Mission Life Care Center of Attleboro, Massachusetts offers in-house rehab programs within a collaborative work environment and supportive teams. The center is part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states and provides continuing education and growth opportunities.

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 a 9-month Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) to earn ASHA certification (CCCs) and/or meet 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 of experience preferred; new graduates welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation; must remain current during employment

Specific Job Requirements

• Participate in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Liaise 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, safety, and sanitation
• Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals (SLP CCC only)
• Oversee and evaluate care given by SLP CFYs (SLP CFY only)
• Follow speech therapy treatment plans for patients under the 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