A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
Speech Pathologist UnityPoint Health - 3.5 Des Moines, IA Job Details PRN 8 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Parental leave 401(k) matching Pet insurance
Qualifications Speech-Language Pathology License Delegation Full Job Description Overview:
Make a meaningful difference by helping patients of all ages improve communication, swallowing, and overall quality of life. As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to achieve the best possible outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to provide compassionate, evidence-based care across a variety of settings while building strong relationships with patients, families, providers, and care teams.
Schedule:
PRN As Needed:
Variable hours during the week - Outpatient Why UnityPoint Health?: At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
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Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities:
Clinical Excellence/Patient Care:
Receives referrals, screens and/or evaluates to determine the need for patient intervention. Interprets evaluation findings and develops an appropriate treatment plan, including goal setting. Carries out treatment plan and coordinates with patient, family, significant others and care team. Monitors patient's response and modifies treatment to achieve goals. Documents the results of patient's assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services. Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the patients in their own environment.
Quality Assurance:
Reviews and analyzes quality appropriateness of the occupational therapy services delivered. Reports associated problems to supervisor as indicated.
Billing Functions:
Understands and complies with billing and reimbursement procedures according to governmental and third party requirements. Follows through with accurate and ethical billing practices.
Student Education:
Oversees Speech Pathology students as assigned. According to licensure laws, is professionally accountable for overseeing delegated clinical skills of the Communication Assistant and Therapy Technician.
Performance Improvement:
Accepts responsibility for maintaining and developing personal and professional skills and knowledge related to the work area assigned.
Qualifications:
Education:
Graduate from an accredited speech pathology program.
Experience:
New Graduates Accepted. One year of pediatric experience preferred. Pediatric Clinical Internship. License(s)/Certification(s): Licensed or in the process of obtaining licensure to practice Speech Pathology in the state of Iowa as defined in the Iowa Speech Pathologists and Audiologists Regulation and Practice Act. Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
