Speech Language Pathologist - $5000 Sign-On Bonus! Featured Job

Citizens Memorial Hospital•Bolivar, MO

60d•Onsite

About The Position

Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) is seeking a Licensed Speech Language Pathologist to join their dynamic team at our main hospital in Bolivar, Missouri. CMH is made up of 34 primary and specialty clinics, 6 long-term care facilities and 1 residential care facility. Offering acute care, emergency services, ambulatory care, pharmacies, walk-in clinics, surgeries, addiction recovery, rehab therapies and more, CMH has its community covered! About the area: Located in the heart of the Ozarks, our main campus is in Bolivar, Missouri, where you'll find a hometown feel and affordable housing options. Enjoy a movie, a round of golf, a college game, or grab a meal from any one of the local restaurants! Springfield is only 30 minutes away and offers entertainment and attractions like Big Shots Golf, Bass Pro Shop's Wonders of Wildlife Museum, and Urban Air. Only an hour south is Branson, where you can take in a family-friendly show, visit Silver Dollar City, and experience world-class shopping at the Branson Landing! About the department: Equipped with specialized technologies, including Balance Master, VitalStim, and Anodyne, the Rehab Services Department works closely with physicians to provide acute and outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to restore the functional abilities of patients. Emphasis is placed on collaboration and teamwork, and new therapists are encouraged to grow their skills through professional development and mentorship. The department routinely finishes within the 90 th percentile or better in the nation for patient satisfaction. A typical day includes: Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating speech language therapy treatments for patients by utilizing equipment, supplies, and procedures appropriate to achieve intended outcomes. Identifies patients appropriate for rehabilitative therapies Establishes an effective plan of care using appropriate skills for evaluation and screening Develops and implements treatment plans that lead to optimal patient outcomes Communicates effectively with patients, care team members, physicians, and others Writes clear, concise, legible documentation that includes appropriate information for care planning

Requirements

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology
Experience: New graduates welcome, 1 year of experience preferred
Skills: Problem-solving, planning and time-management, verbal and non-verbal communication, basic computer skills, ability to work independently, and listening skills
Licensure/Certification: Licensed by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts; Current State of Missouri Speech Language Pathologist License
Physical: Physical stamina to sit for extended periods, walk and move around frequently, and lift up to 20 lbs.
Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm

Responsibilities

Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating speech language therapy treatments for patients by utilizing equipment, supplies, and procedures appropriate to achieve intended outcomes.
Identifies patients appropriate for rehabilitative therapies
Establishes an effective plan of care using appropriate skills for evaluation and screening
Develops and implements treatment plans that lead to optimal patient outcomes
Communicates effectively with patients, care team members, physicians, and others
Writes clear, concise, legible documentation that includes appropriate information for care planning