Speech Language Pathologist

Jobtome; Steamboat Springs (CO); On-site; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3-Year Incentive Bonus

Annual merit pay increase

Health, dental and vision coverage

Retirement plans (403(b))

Job summary

UCHealth's Yampa Valley Medical Center in Steamboat Springs seeks a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients. The role requires a Master’s in Speech Pathology, CO licensure, and CPR/BLS certification. Onsite, full-time with day shifts, serving pediatric and adult cases including barium swallow coverage.

Comprehensive benefits apply. Experience preferred (2-3 years) but not required, with opportunities for professional growth within UCHealth's career ladder and total

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Licensed Speech Language Pathologist required.
• Colorado licensure to practice Speech Pathology.
• BLS/CPR certification required and valid through start date.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care involving patient/family.
• Provides education to patient and family about deficits and adaptive equipment; plans discharge.
• Supervises support personnel per licensing laws and standards.
• Astutely applies critical thinking in a fast-paced environment; acts with minimal supervision.
• Supports pediatric and adult coverage for barium swallow studies.

Education

Master's degree in Speech Pathology or Communication Disorders

Licensed Speech Language Pathologist

Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies licensure

BLS/CPR certification (AHA/Red Cross)

Job description

DescriptionLocation: UCHealth UCHlth Yampa Valley Med Center, US:CO:Steamboat SpringsDepartment: YVMC Acute RehabWork Schedule: Full Time, 64.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)Shift: Days M-FPay: $38.72 - $58.08 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experienceThis position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote optionCareer Ladder: UCHealth offers a structured way for you to grow your skills, responsibilities, and pay in this position. As you gain experience and expertise, you will have the opportunity to move through different levels of this career ladder.

Summary

Evaluates and treats patient populations for therapy needs.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
• Provides education to the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment setting.
• Performs all underlying duties of the job including but not limited to supervising support personnel according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
• This position supports PEDS and adult coverage needed for barium swallow studies. These are all different specialties.

Requirements

• Licensed Speech Language Pathologist
• Prefer 2-3 years' experience
• Master's degree in Speech Pathology or Communication Disorders
• Current certification with Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies to practice Speech Pathology required
• Minimum Experience: None required.
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

Benefits and Perks

Employees are our number one asset.UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.

• Recognition- Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
• Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
• Health and well-being- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.Com membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
• Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
• Retirement and savings- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care;
  health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
• Education and career growth- UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
• Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.We improve lives.

We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.

UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

Equal Opportunity

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