Speech Therapist

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • Tucson, AZ

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Evaluates and treats patients requiring speech-language therapy.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• BLS
• Valid state license, AZ Dept. of Health Services/Division of Licensing Services
• Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) until completion of requirements

Nice To Haves

• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence with completion of CFY.
• Specialty areas.

Responsibilities

• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Educates and counsels patient and family regarding treatment plans.
• Maintains clinical records and follows performance improvement recommendations.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from speech therapy services. Provides information regarding appropriate support programs.
• Incorporates clinical trends and make adjustments and recommendations to ensure cost-effective delivery of care and services.
• Documents change of status in patient condition or physician orders. Identifies contraindications for providing skilled therapy services.
• Demonstrates knowledge of lab values, diagnostic tests, FIM scale/PAI scoring and the impact on the patient. Seeks consultation for solutions to unusual situations or diagnoses.
• Identifies and maintains required knowledge skill sets and equipment use (including: pulse oximeter, speaking valves, trachs, ventilator monitoring, videoswallow chair, DVD equipment, thickening agents, computer, wheelchairs, gait belts, patient beds and call systems) to deliver quality patient care.
• Serves as a preceptor/mentor for students and staff, as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

What This Job Offers

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