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Garden Terrace Alzheimer's Center of Excellence (Overland Park)

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

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A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.

$84,146 / year median in Colorado

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

We are looking for a PRN SLP to join our team! Life Care Center of Evergreen is located just west of Lakewood. We are a 5 star facility based on CMS ratings. We are recognized with a 4.7 Google Star Rating and membership in the 800 Service Excellence Recognition Club for our excellent customer service. We are also identified by US News and Review for Best Nursing Home for 2026 with qualification and recognition across all 3 possible measures. We are the home of Colorado's 2025 CNA of the year. Our mission is to do right and proper by the residents, other associates and within ourselves. This environment supports each associate's desire for service to the seniors of our beautiful mountain community. If you want to join an amazing rehab team and make an impact on the lives of those we serve...join LCCE. New to the Long Term Care setting? That's okay, our team will support you through the new opportunities. We really do have a Dream Team at Life Care Center of Evergreen. We hope you will choose to join us.
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$50-$55 Position Summary The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. 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 applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply 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 Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action 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, and 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 Chart appropriately and timely Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients Assist in the evacuation of patients Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team 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