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Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) at Kindred Hospital - Riverside
As a Speech-Language Pathologist at Kindred Hospital - Riverside, you will play a crucial role in helping patients regain their speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities following an injury or illness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine each patient's unique needs
- Develop personalized therapy programs to maximize speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities
- Document patient care in accordance with regulatory guidelines
- Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
- Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
Requirements:
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology granted by ASHA or eligibility
- Minimum six months of experience working with adult and geriatric populations
- Current and unrestricted Speech-Language Pathologist license in the state where services are rendered
- Strong organizational and communication skills
About Lifepoint Rehabilitation:
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with over 300 hospital-based rehabilitation units, medical/surgical, and outpatient therapy settings. We provide high-quality, patient-centered care to those who have experienced a loss of function from an injury or illness.
Benefits:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
- Up to 16 days of PTO for full-time employees
- 6 paid holidays for full-time employees
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
- 401(k) retirement plan
Keywords:
Speech-Language Pathologist, Rehabilitation services, Patient-centered care, Speech therapy, Cognitive therapy, Swallowing therapy, Healthcare, Clinical evaluations, Communication skills, Inpatient therapy
