Speech Language Pathologist - weekend coverage

Pullman Regional Hospital • Pullman, WA

256d • $39 - $61

About The Position

Pullman Regional Hospital's Rehabilitation Services Department, also known as Summit Therapy, is a dynamic and multidisciplinary team of highly skilled individuals. The Speech Language Pathology department cares for patients of all ages, in both locations of inpatient/acute care as well as outpatient services. The position involves planning and administering medically prescribed treatment programs to help people of all ages with speech, language, literacy, voice, cognitive or swallowing concerns.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Active Washington State License, or the ability to obtain upon hire.
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues and customers.
• Ability to manage time, tasks, and resources appropriately.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• New grads are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient function in accordance with the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) standards of practice for the delivery of speech language pathology.
• Develop and administer therapy plans in accordance with the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) standards of practice for the delivery of speech language pathology.
• Review patient needs and adjust plan of care as indicated to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Gather pertinent patient information through taking a detailed patient history and noting relevant questions, concerns, or goals.
• Communicate and consult with other professional staff, including support staff, to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Complete continuing education requirements in a timely manner in order to maintain licensure as well as to maintain employment at Pullman Regional Hospital.
• Document in accordance with industry standards of excellence and complete all documentation within required timeframe.
• Monitor patient charts for required signatures and other required components to ensure a complete and accurate chart at all times.
• Attend staff meetings on a regular basis.
• Work effectively to always follow departmental and hospital infection control and safety policies and procedures.
• Use department and hospital equipment and resources efficiently, safely and effectively.
• Contribute to creating a safe work environment by identifying any safety concerns and actively seeking to resolve those concerns in cooperation with the Director.

Benefits

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and Paid Leave Time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions
• Voluntary Benefits that include: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
• Services Discount and EAP Resources

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees