Speech-Language Pathologist

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Roswell, NM.

Fulfilling your purpose begins here:

People First, Always. Here's how we take care of our people:

• Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more.

Your team is bigger than your department:

• Lovelace Regional Hospital includes 24/7 emergency services, intensive care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, surgical and birthing services for Roswell and the surrounding community.
• We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.

• Performs speech/language therapy assessment procedures utilizing techniques consistent with the patient's diagnosis. Develops individualized treatment plan based on evaluation findings

• Provides detailed and concise documentation of evaluation, treatment, interim reports, and discharge evaluations within departmental timelines. Provides all necessary documentation required for on-going patient care.

• Participates in mentoring and training of clinical support staff, new professional staff, and students/volunteers in the aspects of patient care.

• Participates in the development and implementation of departmental performance improvement

• Participates in the development and implementation of clinical program development.

• Responsible for completing basic speech/language therapy competencies in addition to departmental specific competencies

• Meets productivity expectations for level of care and FTE status

• Utilizes support staff and resources as per general guidance of departmental guidelines.

• Takes ownership of assignments; other duties as assigned or requested.

• Communicates and listens effectively with internal and external customers; effectively understands instructions and shares knowledge.

• Cooperates and interacts with supervisors, peers, other departments, and all customer groups demonstrating our commitment to "service".

Job Requirements

• Master's Degree in Communicative Disorders
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (M.S.,CCC-SLP) Licensed Speech Pathologist in State of NM
• CPR Certified
• Ability to communicate effectively and finish tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction and established procedures

Preferred Job Requirements

• One (1) year related experience