SLP Speech Language Pathologist

Banner Health; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Job summary

Banner Churchill Community Hospital in Fallon, Nevada, is seeking a Speech Pathologist to provide screening, evaluation, and rehabilitation for patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency disorders. The role supports acute and outpatient geriatric swallow programs and operates 8am-4pm, Monday–Friday.

Full-time, part-time, and per diem schedules are available. Requires MBSS/modified barium swallow experience, strong collaboration with physicians, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure in practice.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or acceptance in Clinical Fellowship Year.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and develops a plan of care for speech-language disorders.
• Implements individualized treatment plans addressing multiple needs.
• Educates patients and families to promote participation in therapy.
• Documents treatment according to standards and regulations.
• Provides training to staff and students.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

EMR / patient care software

Job description

Primary City/State:Fallon, NevadaDepartment Name:Speech Thrpy-HospWork Shift:DayJob Category:Clinical Care$10,000 Sign on Bonus Available for Full Time PositionsInnovation and highly trained staff. Banner Health recently earned Great Place To Work Certification. This recognition reflects our investment in workplace excellence and the happiness, satisfaction, wellbeing and fulfilment of our team members. Find out how we’re constantly improving to make Banner Health the best place to work and receive care.Fallon is surrounded by wide-open spaces, internationally known wetlands, historic Pony Express trails, state parks, hiking opportunities, and places to go off-road. Play outdoors for a while then come back into town for some indoor, Nevada-style fun, great dinner, and entertainment.Since 1996, Banner Churchill Community Hospital has served the rural community and provided the highest quality care to our patients, who are friends and family in Churchill County and beyond. Banner Churchill Community Hospital has a reputation and is known for the high level of care that we provide.As a Speech Pathologist, you can expect to work 8am-4pm Monday-Friday, customer service is key when assisting with acute care and our new outpatient care for geriatric speech program. Must have recent experience and competency in MBSS modified barium swallow studies and acute swallow assessments.We currently have availability for the following schedules:Full- Time: Monday-Friday 8am-4pmPart-Time : Two-Three days per week Monday-FridayPer Diem: Variable, as needed Monday- Friday 8am-4pmLocated in Fallon, Nev., Banner Churchill Community Hospital is a 25-bed licensed hospital offering the most comprehensive array of medical services in rural northern Nevada. We provide comprehensive and emergency care, including an ambulance service that covers more than 5,900 square miles. This makes us one of only two hospital-operated paramedic/EMT/EMS providers in northern Nevada. Our location in Fallon - a short drive from both Reno and Lake Tahoe - offers a wealth of lifestyle advantages, including rustic, rural charm, along with a recreational wonderland of outdoor sports, such as boating, fishing, hiking, biking, skiing, hunting, horseback riding and off-roading.POSITION SUMMARYThis position provides screening, evaluation, and rehabilitation services for patients with speech and language disorders related to speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency. This position plans and carries out specialized treatment programs, documents treatment, and maintains data regarding patient care. This position demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Evaluates patients’ functional abilities and limitations to determine appropriate intervention. Develops a plan of care and treatment goals, as ordered by physician or other referral source.2. Implements individualized treatment plans that consider patients’ physical, social, spiritual, cultural, educational, and age-specific needs. Ensures that treatment plans are supported by standard practices and/or current literature. Re-evaluates treatment plans, as needed, to ensure maximum patient benefit.3. Educates patients, family, and other care providers to promote patient participation and attainment of therapeutic program goals. Provides individualized home programs with clear instructions.4. Documents patient treatment according to professional and regulatory standards.5. Participates in the provision of training to other staff and students.6. Follows plan of care to accomplish functions within established procedures and scope of practice. Makes independent judgments based on specialized knowledge. Confers with supervisor on any unusual situations. Internal customers: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: Physician offices, patient families, third party payers, and medical supply companies.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMasters degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited university program.Current licensure in the state of practice. Certificate of Clinical Competence or documented acceptance in Clinical Fellowship Year. BLS certification required.Requires the ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers. Must have strong interpersonal communications and human relation skills.Must have the ability to become proficient with computer software applications commonly used in an automated patient care environment. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdditional related education and/or experience preferred.EEO Statement:EEO/Disabled/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy:Privacy Policy