Speech Therapist, Inpatient

Stillwater Medical Center has a great opportunity to work with an outstanding Rehab team! Key attributes we need in this role: Positive attitude

• always willing to lend a hand in our team-centered environment Professional
• versatile with skill in multiple patient populations and specialty areas Active listener, with good communication skills, who can problem solve and think outside the box Why choose Stillwater Medical? Competitive wages Excellent benefits Supportive work environment Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work
• since 2012

Details:

Schedule is Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday Saturdays on rotation 32-40 hours per week

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for providing a full range of SpeechTherapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices, and ethical standards. Demonstrates accountability for and contribution to program development, quality improvement, problem solving, and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of a recognized master's degree program in Speech Therapy Current license to practice in Oklahoma Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Certification in basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation procedures Education/experience in working with an adult and geriatric population is required Education/experience serving people with physical disabilities is preferred Ability to work with confused and aggressive patients

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Able to lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderately heavy material, supplies or patients (up to or > 100 lbs.) for most of the shift. Able to lift, carry, push, and pull heavyweight materials (over 100 lbs.) Able to stand/walk for extended periods of time throughout the work schedule, with some bending and stooping. Demonstrate adequate stamina to heal with stressful situations and to complete the necessary work schedule. Must have adequate perception of sounds or adequate hearing with corrections. Adequate vision, or correctable with glasses/contacts, to prepare reports and read written materials.