Speech therapist Jobs in Boise, ID

Life Care Center of Coeur d'Alene is located in a city renowned for its pristine lake and outdoor recreational activities. Residents enjoy boating, hiking, and skiing, as well as a charming downtown area with boutique shops and restaurants. Coeur d'Alene's natural beauty and community events make it a desirable place to live and work.

Life Care Center of Coeur d'Alene was named one of U.S. News World Report's 2025 Best Nursing Homes.

Life Care Center of Coeur d'Alene is a long-term care and post-acute care facility, well known for its extraordinary customer service, high-quality nursing and therapy services, and high employee morale and retention. We are currently looking for a PRN Speech language Pathologist to join our team.

We offer :

PRN : $50-$55 / hr DOE

Mentorship programs available - new grads welcome

Continuing education and growth opportunities

Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states

In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments

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 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