Speech Language Pathologist - Lewiston, ID - $76,169 - $114,275

Speech Language Pathologist

Lewiston, ID

$76,169 - $114,275

Job Description

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available

2 Openings: 1 School Contract and 1 Outpatient Clinic Setting

Under the general direction of and upon physician referral; to assess the receptive/expressive communication and swallowing needs of impaired patients, develop treatment goals, plan and implement appropriate treatment plans utilizing a variety of speech/language therapy treatment procedures.

The Speech Therapist must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in his/her department. The individual must acquire and/or demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. He/she must be able to provide care with consideration of developmental status.

PRIMARY (ESSENTIAL) DUTIES

Based upon the treatment diagnosis of the patient, OBJECTIVELY AND QUANTIFIABLY assesses a baseline level of communication and swallowing function for each patient referred. Such evaluations should include baseline assessment of pertinent medical and onset history, articulation, voice, fluency, language, swallowing and cognition. This baseline information should be sufficient to adequately form the basis of treatment outcome goals.

Based upon the initial assessment of the patient, identify communication/swallowing needs and establish appropriate treatment outcome goals. Goals will be established as an expected outcome of the patient's treatment plan, will be expressed in measurable terms, and will be realistic and appropriate to the patient's condition.

Based upon the treatment outcome goals established for the patient, plan and implement treatment programs designed to achieve or significantly progress toward achievement of outcome goals. Treatment programs will be dynamic relative to the clinical response of the patient and will achieve a level of consistency and continuity that will enhance the patient's clinical response.

Provides assessments and/or screens in response to referrals made to determine area(s) of need for the student within the rural school contract setting.

Minimum Requirements:

·        Graduate from an ASHA accredited Speech/Language Pathology curriculum, or eligible for graduation within the next 6 months

·        Master's Degree required

·        Current Idaho Speech Language Pathologist license

·        Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA); or be eligible for, and actively working on completion of the Clinical Fellowship year

·        Current BLS

To Apply Please Complete the Form Below

Speech Therapist - Logan, WV - $87,000 - $114,000

Speech Therapist

Logan, WV

$87,000 - $114,000

Job Description

We are seeking a Speech Therapist to provide Speech Therapy services for our Rehabilitation Services Department in accordance with the American Speech Language Hearing Association Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, State of West Virginia law, and hospital policy. We offer some of the best pay rates for this position in the surrounding area, tuition loan forgiveness and reimbursement, a $10,000.00 sign on bonus, creative relocation incentives, a very aggressive PTO package, and excellent affordable benefits. The main responsibilities include:

·        Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.

·        Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family.

·        Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.

·        Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.

·        Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.

We recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent Therapist's. We know that our Therapist's deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of the people who work here while providing excellent patient care to our community members and others. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Graduate of an approved school of Speech Therapy.

·        Must have, or be eligible for, West Virginia State Licensure or Registration.

·        Registration must be obtained within one (1) year, or as per state law.

We are fully accredited by The Joint Commission. We offer a full range of healthcare services in a modern and well-equipped facility.  Our services include a 24/7 Emergency Department (Level 4 Trauma and ACC Accredited Chest Pain Center), ICU/CCU, Pediatric Unit, an award-winning Wound Care Center, Nutrition Counseling, Physical / Speech / Occupational Therapy, Inpatient Physical Rehab, Respiratory Therapy, Sleep Lab, Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, Cardiac Rehab, Speech Therapy, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Hospitalist Services, Pulmonology, Medical Oncology, Infusion Services, and ongoing community education. Surgical services include both inpatient & outpatient services in the specialties of general surgery, laparoscopic surgery, urology, GI / endoscopic, orthopedics, ophthalmology, GYN, Podiatry, and ENT. General Surgery and GYN Surgery are performed utilizing a recently added DaVinci X robot. LRMC has a full range of diagnostic imaging, including 3D Mammography, Fluoroscopy, MRI, PET, two 64-slice CT’s, Nuclear Medicine, Bone Densitometry, and Ultrasound. We believe in exceptionalism and achieving top performance in quality, safety, physician and employee relations, community involvement, financial and operational excellence.

We have a very family-oriented, positive, friendly, and team supported staff who are willing to go the extra mile to help each other out. We are truly focused on patient care and our Directors and Managers are hands-on and provide excellent support to our team members and staff. Although we are a smaller facility, we do many in-house procedures.  To learn more, apply today and one of our Recruiters will reach out to you to discuss this excellent opportunity in speech therapy & pathology

To Apply Please Complete the Form Below

Speech Language Pathologist - School Contract - Lewiston, ID - $76,169 - $114,275

Speech Language Pathologist - School Contract

Lewiston, ID

$76,169 - $114,275

Job Description

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available

Under the general direction of and upon physician referral; to assess the receptive/expressive communication and swallowing needs of impaired patients, develop treatment goals, plan and implement appropriate treatment plans utilizing a variety of speech/language therapy treatment procedures.

The Speech Therapist must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in his/her department. The individual must acquire and/or demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. He/she must be able to provide care with consideration of developmental status.

PRIMARY (ESSENTIAL) DUTIES

·        Based upon the treatment diagnosis of the patient, OBJECTIVELY AND QUANTIFIABLY assesses a baseline level of communication and swallowing function for each patient referred. Such evaluations should include baseline assessment of pertinent medical and onset history, articulation, voice, fluency, language, swallowing and cognition. This baseline information should be sufficient to adequately form the basis of treatment outcome goals.

·        Based upon the initial assessment of the patient, identify communication/swallowing needs and establish appropriate treatment outcome goals. Goals will be established as an expected outcome of the patient's treatment plan, will be expressed in measurable terms, and will be realistic and appropriate to the patient's condition.

·        Based upon the treatment outcome goals established for the patient, plan and implement treatment programs designed to achieve or significantly progress toward achievement of outcome goals. Treatment programs will be dynamic relative to the clinical response of the patient and will achieve a level of consistency and continuity that will enhance the patient's clinical response.

·        Provides assessments and/or screens in response to referrals made to determine area(s) of need for the student within the rural school contract setting.

Work Conditions/Hours

·        Normal hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. 

·        Opportunity for 4/10 schedule with blocked time for school documentation, meetings, and travel time considered. However, schedules may vary in accordance with school necessity. 

·        School setting working conditions.

·        Schedule would reflect the assigned school’s schedule.

·        During the summer months and holiday time off, therapist would also have this time off.

·        Opportunity for summer and holiday clinic/hospital hours based off availability and competency.

Minimum Requirements:

·        Graduate from an ASHA accredited Speech/Language Pathology curriculum, or eligible for graduation within the next 6 months

·        Master's Degree required

·        Current Idaho Speech Language Pathologist license

·        Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA); or be eligible for, and actively working on completion of the Clinical Fellowship year

·        Current BLS

To Apply Please Complete the Form Below