Speech Language Pathologist

Asante • MEDFORD, OR

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About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides treatment to a wide variety of patients and works closely with the rehabilitation team. The caseload includes active dysphagia, neuro, cancer, and cardiac cases, as well as a variety of other patient diagnoses. The position offers the opportunity to work at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center. Individuals may be assigned permanently, temporarily, or simultaneously to other worksites where modified job descriptions exist.

The SLP works with a wide variety of patients in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings. The role includes mentoring and instructing students or less experienced staff members. Weekend and evening services may be provided to patients as needed. Clinical Fellowship candidates may be considered.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an SLP program or equivalent.
• Speech Language Pathologist license issued by the Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology upon starting, or a temporary SLP license (SLP-Temp) for new hires awaiting permanent licensure. A permanent license must be obtained within 90 days.
• Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) upon starting.
• Ability to process information and problem-solve individually and within a team setting.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks appropriately and manage time well.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with patients, families, coworkers, physicians, and community members.

Nice To Haves

• Home care, hospice, and/or acute care experience.
• Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Speak Out! Provider Credential from The Parkinson’s Voice Project.
• Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile (MBSImP) Registered Clinician credential from Northern Speech Services.
• Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT Loud) certification from LSVT Global.
• VitalStim/DINES Certification: VitalStim/Dynamic Integration of NMES and Exercise for Swallowing from Ciao Seminars.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language pathology treatment to a wide variety of patients and diagnoses.
• Work closely with the rehabilitation team.
• Provide services in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings.
• Mentor and instruct students or less experienced staff members.
• Provide weekend and evening patient services as needed.
• Adhere to and maintain expertise regarding federal and state regulations and specific carrier requirements.

Benefits

• Market-based compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and eligible dependents, beginning within 30 days of hire.
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
• Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program.
• Life insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Relocation assistance may be available to external candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level