CF-Speech Language Pathologist (Clinical Fellow)
Description

Status: Full Time

Locations: Three Fountains Post Acute & Table Rock Post Acute

Medford, Oregon


Position Summary:

A CF-Speech Language Pathologist (CF-SLP) will evaluate and treat residents/patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines. They will evaluate the resident’s/patient’s speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency and develop treatment plans. They will treat the residents/patients based on a physician’s treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed SLP.


Essential Functions

  • Screens and evaluates patients/residents and develops appropriate care plan.
  • Under a physician's direction, provides direct patient/resident treatment based on established plan of care.
  • Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and/or swallowing or cognitive problems.
  • Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
  • Instructs residents/patients, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
  • Completes required forms and clinical records in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
  • Documents in patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
  • Provides comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility setting.
  • Works collaboratively with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team-working environment.
  • Maintains resident/patient privacy pursuant to HIPAA.
  • Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.


Other Functions

  • Develops treatment plans, including short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
  • Communicates the resident’s/patient’s speech therapy program to the family and/or guardian. 
  • Keeps written documentation including evaluations, daily notes and weekly summaries.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Current knowledge of effective speech therapy techniques.
  • Familiarity with clinical needs of geriatric population.
  • Strong clinical capabilities.


Benefits: 

  • Total Well-being Coverage: Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy. Free, 24/7 access to professional counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and childcare/eldercare referrals to help you navigate life's messy moments.
  • Time to Unwind: Generous paid time off, dedicated sick leave, and paid holidays because we value your life outside of work.
  • Built-In Peace of Mind: Fully covered life insurance alongside short- and long-term disability to protect you when it matters most.
  • Future Financial Growth: A robust 401(k) retirement plan to help you build long-term wealth.
  • Purpose-Driven Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance your career within a deeply mission-driven organization.
  • People-First Leadership: A collaborative culture where your voice is heard, quality is celebrated, and professional development is a priority.


Requirements

Education:  

Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology required.


Licenses/Certification:  

Current Conditional license in Speech Language Therapy as required by state law.

Valid CPR certification required.


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