Highline Post Acute is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist - $7, 500 Bonus*!

Shift: Full-time

At Highline Post Acute, empathy drives everything we do. We are dedicated to nurturing a cooperative and encouraging team environment, ensuring a warm and inviting space for our residents, their guests and our team members. If you have a passion for delivering outstanding care and wish to join a team that prioritizes honesty, collaboration, and a positive work culture, we would love to connect with you!

What to expect:

Work as part of an inter-disciplinary team providing Speech-Language Pathology treatments to our residents.

Why Highline Post Acute?

Competitive pay

$7, 500 Bonus*!

Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)

401k with match (Full-time only)

Paid Time Off (Full-time only)

Sick Leave

Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

Fun environment and a great staff to work with!

Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents.

Successful Candidates:

Current, unencumbered license to work as a SLP in CO

Dysphagia experience required

Experience in providing appropriate care in post-acute or long-term care environment (preferred)

Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Nethealth and Point Click Care.

Rate Range: $45-$52 /hour

*$7, 500 Bonus paid: $1, 500 after 90 days, $2, 500 after 6 months and $3, 500 after 12 months - bonus for full-time employees only

Ready to make a difference?

After applying , click the link below to book a convenient time to talk or contact Roxane, our Regional Recruiter, at 720-675-6543: https: //calendly.com/roxane-keenan/roxane-keenan-15-minute-call

Join us at Highline Post Acute and be part of an awesome team dedicated to providing the best care possible!

Essential Duties

• Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.

• Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.

• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.

• Supervise Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act.

• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.

• Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.

• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.

• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Speech and Language Pathologist in the Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.

• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.

• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.

• Participate in discharge planning.

• Act as a clinical preceptor for affiliating CFY/RFP Speech-Language Pathologist and student programs.

• Comply with the Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Bureau State Practice Act and the facility policy and procedures.

• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

Supervises CFY - Speech Clinical Fellows, if applicable, and assists nursing with training of Restorative Aides.