Speech-Language Pathologist - Albuquerque - Lifepoint Rehabilitation

Description

Speech-Language Pathologist
Facility: Kindred Hospital Albuquerque
Job Type: PRN
Schedule: As needed
Your experience matters
At Lifepoint Rehabilitation, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Speech-Language Pathologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
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How you'll contribute

* Play an important part in helping our patient to recover and feel better about themselves by providing therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities
* Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
* Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
* Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
* Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
* Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws
* Other duties as assigned

What we offer
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
* Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
* Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
* Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
* Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
* Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements:

* Graduate of a master's level program in Speech Language Pathology which is accredited by Education Standards Board or whose practice meets ASHA certification requirements
* Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology granted by ASHA
* Minimum of six months speech therapist / speech language pathologist experience working with an adult and geriatric population
* Current and unrestricted Speech Language Pathologist license in the state where services are rendered
* Current CPR certification
* Strong organizational and communication skills

About us
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with more than 300 hospital-based rehabilitation units, medical/surgical and outpatient therapy settings and more than 30 joint venture inpatient rehabilitation hospitals across the country. We provide high quality, patient-centered care to those who have experienced a loss of function from an injury or illness. Our team conducts comprehensive evaluations to determine each patient's unique needs and then creates a multifaceted program using the latest rehabilitation therapies and advanced technologies to support them on their road to recovery. Our goal is to help our patients recover as fully as possible and regain the level of independence they hope to achieve. If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply
Through a history of successful joint-venture partnerships and management agreements, Lifepoint Rehabilitation works with hospitals to more effectively meet the needs of their patients, maintain employee satisfaction and generate long-term quality outcomes for their entire organization. We are fully dedicated to our partners and deliver on the promise made to patients.
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.