Speech Language Pathologist - Skilled Nursing - PRN

sanford; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 93,126,000 - 149,001,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Ottumwa, IA is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to administer evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for clients with speech and swallowing disorders. You will provide direct services, monitor progress, and adjust therapies as needed.

The role requires state licensure as an SLP; ASHA CCC-SLP or CFY is preferred; BLS is required and a valid driver’s license may be needed. Sanford Health emphasizes quality care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist.
• When working at a Sanford Health Facility: CCC-SLP or CFY.
• May require valid driver's license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Provides speech and language services to clients; monitors disease progression and adjusts treatments.
• Instructs clients in practicing therapies and provides consultation for treatment processes.
• Ensures compliance with speech-language related standards, policies and quality requirements.
• May supervise assistants, aides, and students delivering client care; provide education to peers.
• Performs other related duties as requested by manager; may focus on post-acute, long-term care or home health environments.

Skills

Documentation

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary comms

Education

State licensure as SLP

ASHA CCC-SLP or CFY

BLS certification

Job description

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Compensation

Salary Range: $32.50 - $52.00

Union Position

No

Summary

Administers speech and language evaluations, tests or examinations to diagnose and plan treatments for clients/patients/residents with various speech problems and swallowing disorders.

Assesses clients/patients/residents with various speech, language, cognitive or swallowing problems and develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical diagnoses.

Job Description

Provides speech and language services to clients/patients/residents; monitors disease progression and adjusts treatments accordingly. Instructs clients/patients/residents in practicing speech and language therapeutic exercises; provides consultation for clients/patients/residents working through speech and language treatment processes. Ensures all speech and language related standards, policies, protocols and quality requirements are met.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Based on assigned area, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments when applicable.

Qualifications

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist.
• When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred by GSS Facilities): Holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or currently working on Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
• When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
• Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
• If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].