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.
General Information Department OP Rehabilitation Pediatric Rehab 5th Ave Meridian Position Type Full-Time Shift Day Job
ID 156365
City Meridian State ID Category Therapists/Physical Rehab Services Description & Requirements At St. Luke's, our dedicated team of Feeding Therapists/Speech Language Pathologists are critical in providing exceptional, patient-centered care. We strive to foster an environment that embraces our employees' unique strengths, experiences and perspectives which ultimately drives our exceptional, patient-centered care. •Unable to support a CF candidate for this role•
What You Can Expect:
Work with pediatric patients with feeding difficulties Patient demographics will include treating patients 0-18 years old with feeding/dysphagia needs and as well as a variety of developmental and neurological diagnosis. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team Schedule to be determined,
Monday-Friday Qualifications:
Education:
Degree from an accredited speech therapy or occupational therapist program.
Licenses/Certifications:
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Safety and Health Institute, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross.
Occupational Therapist:
Valid license to practice occupational therapy in state of practice
Speech Language Pathologist:
One of the following: Speech Language Pathologist Provisional Permit to practice in the state of Idaho OR Speech Language Pathologist License to practice in the state of Idaho AND Certified ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through
American Safety and Health Institute, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross Preferred Qualifications:
1 year of pediatric feeding therapy experience What's In It For You At St. Luke's, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission - and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals. St. Luke's is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law. •Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.
