Speech Pathologist - Acute Therapy

PeaceHealth; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Speech Pathologist - Acute Therapy for a per diem position. The role involves evaluating patients, establishing treatment plans, and providing oversight to therapy aides and students. Candidates must possess a Master's or Doctorate in Speech and Language Pathology, be licensed in Washington, and hold relevant certifications. The position offers multiple benefits for part-time roles as well as a commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Benefits

403b retirement plan

Wellness benefits

Discount program

Expanded EAP and mental health program

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech Pathologist in the State of Washington.
• Certification of Clinical Competence from American Speech-Language Hearing Association required.
• Basic Life Support certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate assigned patients and establish treatment plans.
• Complete patient treatment and documentation according to standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for continuous care.
• Mentor new caregivers and provide clinical instruction.
• Participate in the development of new services and quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Team collaboration

Patient evaluation

Treatment planning

Education

Master's or Doctorate Degree in Speech and Language Pathology

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth St. Joseph's Medical Center is seeking a Speech Pathologist - Acute Therapy for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $43.03 – $64.55. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Job Summary

Responsible for the evaluation of patients, determining plan-of-care and goals of treatment, participating in treatment of patients within the scope of Speech and Language Pathology. Provides oversight to conditional licensees in the clinical fellowship year and students, in following the plan-of-care and treatment of patients appropriate to the age of the patient served; provides supervision to therapy aides and volunteers. Works as part of a patient care team toward the best outcomes for the patient.

What you will do:

• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes a treatment plan and goals, using data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observation and team members.

• Completes patient treatment according to plan of care and modifies plan to meet patient needs, and updates plan as appropriate.

• Completes documentation accurately, timely, according to regulatory and state licensure requirements, and within professional standards.

• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. May act as a liaison with nursing, medical and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource.

• Mentors and provides oversight to new caregivers, conditional licensees in the clinical fellowship year, and therapy aides. Provides clinical instruction and training to students.

• Recommends and participates in development of new services and programs, quality improvement and monitoring activities.

What you bring:

• Master's or Doctorate Degree Required: Speech and Language Pathology accredited by the American Speech and Hearing Association

• Required: Licensed Speech Pathologist State of Washington and

• Required: American Speech-Language Hearing Certificate of Clinical Competence

• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support through American Red Cross or American Heart Association

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

REQNUMBER: 112790