Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Life Care Centers of America
  • Coos Bay, Oregon
  • Full Time
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Center of Coos Bay

Coos Bay, OR

Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 60 Pay Rate Minimum: 55 Shift: Day

Residents of Coos Bay enjoy an outstanding quality of life. The Oregon Coast is a fantastic place to live, offering a perfect blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure.

Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy fishing and boating in Coos Bay and the Coos River, hiking in Elliott State Forest, and exploring the Pacific coastline with miles of sandy beaches, tide pooling, and whale watching. The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area offers off-road vehicle riding, sandboarding, and horseback riding, while Bandon Dunes Golf Resort provides world-class golfing with stunning oceanfront views. Kayaking, crabbing, and clamming are also popular activities, making Coos Bay a haven for outdoor recreation.

Life Care Center of Coos Bay was named one of U.S. News & World 's 2025 Best Nursing Homes.

Life Care Center of Coos Bay, Oregon is a skilled nursing facility serving short-term rehab and long-term patients with over 70% of discharges returning to a lower setting of care. We are currently seeking a full-time and PRN Speech Language Pathologist to join our team.

We offer:

Full-time: $40-$50/hr

PRN: $55 - $60/hr DOE

In-house therapy programs with collaborative work environment and supportive teams

Patient-centered and quality oues focused

Continuing education and growth opportunities

Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states

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 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 inmunity 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 guidelineserning functions in the post acute care facility

Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

Perform proficiently in allpetency 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 followpany policies including harassment andpliance procedures

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct andpletes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriatepliance 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
Job ID: 479002496
Originally Posted on: 5/30/2025

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