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.
St. Anthony Shawnee Hospital Job Id R200372 Day Shift
JOB DESCRIPTION
It's more than a career, it's a calling
OK-SSM Health Midwest Physical Therapy Worker Type:
PRN Job Highlights:
Department:
Outpatient Clinic Schedule:
PRN, Day Shift, Work 1 to 2 Shifts a
Week, Flexible Shift Start Times Location:
SSM Health St.
Anthony Midwest Physical Therapy Job Summary:
Evaluate and treat individuals in speech, language, oral and pharyngeal function, cognitive or communicative function
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient. Educates and counsels patients and family regarding treatment plans. Maintains clinical records and follows performance improvement recommendations. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from speech therapy services. Provides information regarding appropriate support programs. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
Master's degree
EXPERIENCE
No experience required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent keyboard use/data entry. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Rare climbing.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Resuscitation Certification Requirement:
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.
State of Work Location:
Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist, Licensed•Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
State of Work Location:
Missouri Speech Language Path•
Missouri Division of Professional Registration State of Work Location:
Oklahoma Speech Language Pathologist•Oklahoma Board of Examiners for
Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology State of Work Location:
Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathologist•
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Job Type:
Employee Department:
5241010024
SPS OT/PT Scheduled Weekly Hours:
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Paid Parental Leave :
we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options:
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Upfront Tuition Coverage:
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