Speech Language Pathologist

Valley View Health Care Center, INC•Cañon City, CO

8d•$42 - $58

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients and communicates with patients, clients, and team members. The role maintains documentation of services in the medical record and conducts ongoing in-services and training for patients, clients, and team members on restorative techniques. All duties must be completed in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements, and Company policies and procedures. The position supports the Company's mission and values by providing high-quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity. It promotes teamwork, protects residents' rights, and may involve travel or floating between facilities based on supervisor direction and patient needs.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited college or university.
Hold a valid state license or be eligible to obtain a license in the state where services are provided.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity, and to embracing the Company's stated values.
Ability to represent the Company ethically and professionally and maintain accountability.
Ability to operate departmental equipment, as appropriate.
Ability to inspire trust and respect and mobilize others.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients; communicate with patients, clients, and team members.
Maintain documentation of services in the medical record.
Conduct ongoing in-services and training on restorative techniques for patients, clients, and team members.
Complete duties in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements, and Company policies and procedures.
Demonstrate commitment to the Company's mission, values, and ethical standards.
Model a positive and professional image and encourage cooperation and teamwork among co-workers.
Treat residents fairly and with kindness, dignity, and respect, and protect their rights and personal property.
Comply with company and departmental policies and procedures.
Supervise Therapist Assistants and therapy students in direct patient care and patient-related activities according to the plan of care, state practice act, and reimbursement regulations.
Screen patients based on identified need.
Travel or float between facilities as determined by the supervisor and patient needs.
Participate in and assist with departmental studies and projects as required.
Perform other related duties as required.