Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

About the role

Regency Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives - and Speech Pathologists (SLP) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive evaluation of communication skills and/or swallowing function and provide goal-oriented treatment to facilitate maximum communication and/or swallowing potential.
• Participate with fellow staff in monitoring the quality of services provided by the Rehab Therapy Department.
• Participate in peer review for staff performance and appraisals.
• Assist in the development of the SLP role in programs and services, as well as revising the departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining an adequate stock of supplies.
• Exhibit willingness to share professional knowledge and experience. Alert the Manager to educational needs.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language & Hearing Association (preferred).

Benefits

• Extensive and thorough Speech Pathologist orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
• Clinical ladder program.
• Student debt benefit program.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage, health, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Generous PTO and 401(K) with company match.
• Join a team of over 44,000 nationwide committed to providing exceptional care.

Schedule

Full-time. Must be willing to travel between Regency Hospital - Portage, IN and Regency Hospital - East Chicago.

Pay

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000