Speech Pathologist

Banner Health Corporate; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid orientation

Flexible Schedules

Weekly pay

403(b) Pre-tax retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Employee wellness program

Discount Entertainment tickets

Restaurant/Shopping discounts

Auto Purchase Plan

Job summary

Banner Health in Mesa, Arizona is seeking a PRN Speech Pathologist to join Banner Staffing Services for a day shift. The role supports screening, evaluation, and rehabilitation of patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency disorders.

The position requires a Master's in Speech Language Pathology, state licensure, CCC-SLP or CFY acceptance, BLS, and a proactive, collaborative approach with the care team. Arizona Fingerprint clearance is also required.

Qualifications

• Masters 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.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Strong interpersonal communications and human relation skills.
• Proficiency with computer software used in automated patient care environment.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients with speech and language disorders.
• Plan and carry out specialized treatment programs and document care.
• Maintain data regarding patient care and progress.
• Educate patients, families, and other care providers.
• Provide training to other staff and students.
• Follow plan of care and exercise independent judgment when needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Current licensure in state of practice

Certificate of Clinical Competence or CFY acceptance

Job description

Job Overview

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona

Department Name: Banner Staffing Services-AZ

Work Shift: Day

Job Category: Clinical Care

We are looking for a PRN Speech Pathologist for an assignment at Banner Baywood in Mesa. It is a day shift for Banner Staffing Services. The shift is self-scheduling Sunday-Saturday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. The position is for Banner Staffing Services at Banner Baywood in Mesa.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid orientation
• Flexible Schedules (select positions)
• Fewer Shifts Cancelled
• Weekly pay
• 403(b) Pre-tax retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee wellness program
• Discount Entertainment tickets
• Restaurant/Shopping discounts
• Auto Purchase Plan

BSS Registry positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered.

BSS requires: Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes; employment, criminal and education).

Position Summary

This 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 Functions

1. 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 Qualifications

• Masters 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 Qualifications

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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