Speech-Language Pathologist - Hospital Facility

Company: Heart of The Rockies Regional Medical Center
Location: Salida
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

We are looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist to join our amazing team of dedicated healthcare professionals. This position is a full time 32 hours/ week. You will be working with both children and adults in a clinic setting and rotating weekends in acute care. Job responsibilities include: 1. Performs the duties per the Speech-Language Pathologist's Scope of Practice, including but not limited to: a. Examines patients with speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication & swallowing disorders in order to determine a diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention. b. Alleviates impairments and functional limitations by designing, implementing, and modifying therapeutic interventions. c. Prevents injury, impairments, functional limitations, and disability, including the promotion and maintenance of fitness, health, and quality of life in all age populations. d. Engages in consultation, education, and research. e. Maintains a record of each patient including physician orders, diagnosis, treatment, progress, record of attendance, and summary, in a timely manner. Submit and verify patient charges for services rendered. f. Participates in the discharge planning process. g. Provides appropriate supervision of aides. 2. Interacts positively with new recruits presenting the organization in a positive manner. 3. Communicates any concerns or issues directly with their manager whenever possible or consults immediately with their immediate supervisor. Does not wait to be rounded on to share concerns. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must have completed training in accordance with minimum essentials for speech therapy schools as prescribed by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA).
• Hyperlink: Accredited CAA SLP Programs
• Must hold an active Speech-Language Pathologist license for the state of Colorado.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
  • Current, active Speech-Language Pathologist license for Colorado or a permit from the licensing board while awaiting licensure examination.
  • Current CPR Certification.

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