Speech/Language Therapists - Full and Part-time

Cottesmore of Life Care

Washington, DC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ASHA Certification, Acute Care, Community Health, Customer Support/Service, Demographics, English Language, Fellowship, Long-Term Care, Medical Treatment, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Nursing, Operations Guidelines, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Patient Rights, Patient Safety, Quality of Life, Regulations, Sanitation, Speech and Language Pathology, Surgical Procedures, Team Player, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
1 day ago
Job Description
Job Description
Job Type

Position: Full-time, PRN

New Graduates are Encouraged to Apply!

Benefits (for Full-time Employees)
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
  • Paid vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that starts accruing immediately
  • Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage
  • Medical, dental, vision, and health savings accounts
About Our Facilities

Our organization operates Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that offer:

  • Long-term care: Support for residents needing ongoing skilled assistance and compassionate daily care.
  • Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation: Services for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury.
  • Collaborative care: An interdisciplinary team approach involving nursing, therapy, and medical staff working in unison.

The patient demographic may vary slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will play a crucial role in helping patients achieve functional improvements and enhance their quality of life in a supportive, patient-focused environment.

Position Overview: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

The Speech Language Pathologist provides direct rehabilitation services in speech therapy to patients referred by physicians, adhering to all relevant laws, regulations, and organizational standards.

Qualifications
  • Graduation from an accredited speech therapy program (minimum MS or MA in SLP)
  • ASHA certification (CCCs) OR eligibility for a 9-month Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) to obtain ASHA certification (CCCs) and/or meet ASHA credentialing criteria. Maintenance of ASHA credentials is required once obtained.
  • New graduates are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
  • Engage in community health initiatives and projects as appropriate.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communication.
  • Serve as a liaison with patients, families, and support departments.
  • Understand and comply with practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing operations in post-acute care facilities.
  • Implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
  • Exhibit proficiency in all competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and confidential information.
  • Adhere to company policies, including those related to harassment and compliance.
  • Demonstrate integrity and professionalism by following the organization’s Code of Conduct and completing mandatory compliance training.
  • For SLP CCC holders: Oversee and evaluate care provided by SLP CFYs.
  • For SLP CFYs: Follow speech therapy treatment plans under the supervision of an SLP CCC, in accordance with federal and state guidelines.
  • Utilize therapy software accurately and effectively.
  • Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards patients.
  • Read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language proficiently.

About the Company

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