Speech - Language Pathologist - SLP

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Canyon Vista Medical Center is a 106 bed Joint Commission Accredited offering a number of specialty services. We are proud to serve our community with a Level III Trauma unit, Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement, Level I Nursery, American College of Radiology Accredited Facility, as well as many other state of the art services to ensure our patients are cared for. 

Where We Are:

Sierra Vista, Arizona is a flourishing city located 75 miles southeast of Tucson. Thanks to our year-round temperate climate, affordable housing, low cost of living, access to healthcare and education facilities, not to mention the breathtaking natural beauty of majestic mountain ranges and the San Pedro River and outdoor activities, Cochise County residents enjoy an excellent quality of life.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• And much more…

Position Summary:

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!

Benefits

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     Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families
  •    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
  •    Flexible spending and health savings accounts

What you will do in this role:

• 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

Qualifications

• Graduate of a master’s level program in Speech-Language Pathology which is accredited by the 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 of 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

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 delivering on the promise made to patients.

***$10,000.00 Sign On Bonus and relocation assistance with at least two years experience.  Two year commitment is required. Former CVMC employees who left within one year not eligible for sign on bonus and relocation***

EEOC Statement:

Canyon Vista Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.