Speech Therapist
Job Closed
Overview
***Job update 5/11*** - Client has started interviewing candidates but the job is still open! Relevant Experience - At least 3 years of recent, relevant experience in Speech-Language Pathology - Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA accredited school, required. - Current BLS certification or able to obtain with 30 days of hire. - Performs assessments, establishes need and plan and evaluate treatment programs of patients and long-term care residents with possible speech, language, cognitive or swallowing difficulties as part of treatment team of physicians, nurses, dietitians and other therapists. - Assesses communication skills (e.g. articulation, fluency, voice, expressive and receptive language, etc.) for the purpose of identifying communication disorders, determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment. - Documents events in medical record including observations, evaluation results, and responses to treatment according to hospital policy. - Develops treatment plans, interventions and/or materials for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of communication disorders. - Performs speech-language pathology treatments and instructs patients or family members in proper care and exercises as needed. - Evaluates chart and reports patients' progress throughout the planned therapy program. - Provides patient and staff education to ensure understanding of communicative/ swallowing condition and treatment plan including developing educational materials. - Communicates scheduling needs with receptionist; attends and participates in staff meetings for departmental problem-solving and goal-setting. - Provides speech-language pathology treatments to home health clients in their homes, and to other contract agencies. - Assists with program development and continued interaction with community groups as indicated. - Assists with writing of Policy and Procedure Manual, Department Quality Program, and others as indicated. - Ensures the availability and proper maintenance of equipment, materials and supplies used for assessment and up keep of rehabilitative services department.stakeholders. - Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing mechanisms and disorders; principles of practices of speech and language therapy; and pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws. - Knowledge in translating therapy data into meaningful educational activities. - Demonstrated skill in applying assessment instruments, operating specialized equipment used in the treatment of communication disorders and the ability to maintain accurate records. - Ability to adapt to changing work priorities. - Must possess good communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to communicate with diverse groups. - Must be able to meet deadlines and schedules, while working with attention to detail. - Must be able to create and maintain effective working relationships. - Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; design software; internet software; and electronic database health records systems. - Basic operation of a workstation (turning on/off, knowledge of basic functions and components). - Use/storage/maintenance of multiple usernames and passwords. - Use of Windows Explorer (electronic file-handling). - Computer-related problem-solving skills through the use of available trainings and help desk. - Ability to perform other duties as assigned. - A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous and current employers. ***If offered, candidate must perform background check, drug screen, and provide proper health documents ASAP.
Company
Indian Health Services