Speech Language Pathologist - Acute care setting

Asante Health System•Medford, OR

53d

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides treatment to a wide variety of patients and works closely with the rehabilitation team. We have active dysphagia, neuro, cancer, and cardiac cases. Our therapists work in both inpatient and outpatient setting clinics in excellent facilities, treating a variety of patient diagnoses. Individuals may be assigned permanently, temporarily, or simultaneously to other worksites where modified job descriptions exist. The Speech Language Pathologist will have the opportunity to work at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center and Asante Ashland Community Hospital. The SLP may provide weekend and evening services to patients as needed. Our inpatient therapists work with a wide variety of patients in the acute care and inpatient rehab settings with the expectation of mentoring and instructing students or less experienced staff members.

Requirements

Master's degree from an SLP program or equivalent is required.
None outside of licensure required, however home care, hospice, and/or acute care experience is preferred.
SLP: Speech Language Pathologist licensed by the Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology required upon start - OR - a temporary SLP license issued by the Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology (SLP-Temp) will be accepted for new hires awaiting permanent license. Permanent license must be obtained within 90 days.
BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start.
Possession of a valid Driver's License with proof of safe driving record for the past ten years and proof of auto insurance may be required. If required, must have Oregon Driver's License within 30 days of moving to Oregon (if applicable).
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 adhere to and maintain expertise regarding federal and state regulations, and specific carrier requirements
Effective communicator, verbally and in writing, with patients, families, coworkers, physicians, and community members

Nice To Haves

CCC: Certificate of Clinical Competency by American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA)
Speak Out! Provider Credential (The Parkinson's Voice Project)
MBCImP: Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile Registered Clinician (Northern Speech Services)
LSVT Loud: Lee Silverman Voice Treatment Certification (LSVT Global)
VitalStim/DINES Certification; VitalStim/Dynamic Integration of NMES and Exercise for Swallowing (Ciao Seminars)

Benefits

Earn a competitive and progressive salary
Benefit from health plans that are focused on health and wellness including medical, dental, vision and wellness beginning within 30 days of hire
On-call employees receive an additional 15% for flexibility
Plan for your future with a retirement package that includes up to 6% employer contribution
Experience a healthy work-life balance with our generous earned time off (ETO)
Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment plans

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