Speech Pathologist

Ivinson Memorial Hospital•Laramie, WY

About The Position

The Speech Pathologist provides care to inpatient and outpatient patients at Ivinson Memorial Hospital. The role reviews medical records before treatment, evaluates patient needs, implements therapies according to each patient’s plan of care, and helps arrange continued therapy or maintenance after discharge. The position also includes accurate and timely documentation and billing, and giving patients effective verbal and written instructions with demonstrations as needed.

Requirements

Graduation from an American Speech-Language-Hearing Association-accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
Current, valid Wyoming Speech-Language Pathology license in good standing with the Wyoming State Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from ASHA, or working toward eligibility and able to obtain the certificate upon eligibility.
Current, valid Basic Life Support (BLS) credential, or ability to obtain it within the first 60 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
Excellent customer service skills, including friendliness, tact, patience, empathy, and a helpful, professional attitude in person and on the telephone.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with staff, managers, and the general public.
Effective listening skills.
Excellent organization and time-management skills, with the ability to establish priorities effectively.
Exceptional problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively without immediate supervision.
Ability to learn new computer software programs.
Ability to recognize and protect confidential information.
Ethical and legal accountability for the position.

Nice To Haves

Previous Speech-Language Pathology experience in a hospital and/or outpatient clinic setting.

Responsibilities

Review patients’ medical records for history, diagnosis, and precautions before treatment, and ensure appropriate tools and equipment are available.
Evaluate patient needs using objective tests and measurements.
Implement age-appropriate therapies, functional activities, and programs according to the patient’s plan of care.
Arrange or recommend continued therapy or a maintenance program upon discharge, providing written instructions as needed.
Complete daily documentation and billing procedures promptly and accurately.
Provide effective verbal and/or written instructions, with demonstrations as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.