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Life Care Center of Hilo, HI

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Position Summary

We’re looking for a talented Speech Language Pathologist to join our team on a PRN basis. This person would be available when necessary and can choose their own schedule. We’re looking for ASHA certified (CCCs) candidates only for this position.

About Life Care Center Hilo

Established in 1970, Life Care Center of Hilo radiates compassionate care, aligned focus, and a team-oriented workforce. Everyone that joins our facility moves forward with the same goal: to give the best care possible to our residents.

With over 250 beds, 2 secured units, and a variety are care needs, Life Care Center Hilo offers an abundance of opportunity. With us, you have a chance to learn, support the future of Life Care Center, and grow into the rehabilitation professional you were meant to be.

Life Care Centers of America values diversity. We encourage people of color, LGBTQIA+ folks, veterans, parents and those with disabilities to apply. We’re committed to helping all people succeed at Life Care Center.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in speech therapy (minimum MS or MA SLP)
• ASHA certified (CCCs) OR must be eligible for 9-month Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) in order to earn ASHA certification (CCCs) and/or meeting ASHA credentialing criteria. Once achieved, must maintain ASHA credentialing.
• Currently registered/licensed in Hawaii. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.

Nice-to-haves

• One (1) year experience in post-acute care or related setting preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
• (SLP CCC only) Must be able to oversee and evaluate care given by SLP CFYs
• (SLP CFY only) Must be able to follow speech therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines
• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
• Utilize software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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