Speech Pathologist - Help Patients Communicate & Swallow

Adventist Health; Tygh Valley (OR); On-site; USD 76,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy services for patients with communication or swallowing disorders. The role requires a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and state licensure as an SLP, with ASHA CCC preferred and CPR/BLS as per policy.

The successful candidate will assess, diagnose and treat patients, document outcomes, and collaborate with the care team in The Dalles, Oregon.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• State licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist is required.
• ASHA CCC preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification required or recommended as per policy.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and documents speech therapy data related to patient assessments, care needs, interventions and outcomes.
• Identifies changes and trends across physical and emotional parameters.
• Reviews treatment plans and assesses performances to modify or write new programs.
• Maintains documentation as required by law and policy.
• Instructs patients on monitoring speech and practicing new skills.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical reasoning

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy services for patients with communication or swallowing disorders. The role requires a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and state licensure as an SLP, with ASHA CCC preferred and CPR/BLS as per policy.

The successful candidate will assess, diagnose and treat patients, document outcomes, and collaborate with the care team in The Dalles, Oregon.