Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Company: Lifepoint Rehabilitation
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) at Lifepoint Rehabilitation summary: As a Speech-Language Pathologist at Kindred Hospital Fort Lauderdale, you will provide therapy to patients recovering from injuries or illnesses, focusing on maximizing their speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities. You will conduct evaluations, document patient care, communicate progress to the care team, and instruct families and nursing staff in follow-through programs. Join a dedicated team committed to patient-centered care and rehabilitation, supported by comprehensive benefits for employees. Description: Facility Name: Kindred Hospital Fort Lauderdale
Setting: LTACH
Job Type: Full-Time
City/State: Fort Lauderdale, FL

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
--- 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 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 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. Keywords: Speech-Language Pathology, therapy services, patient care, rehabilitation, cognitive skills, swallowing therapy, patient progress, communication, healthcare, kindred hospital

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