SPEECH PATHOLOGIST-OP-Ottumwa

Pella Regional Health Center; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pella Regional Health Center in Ottumwa, IA, is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to administer and apply therapy modalities as prescribed by referring physicians. The role emphasizes pediatric evaluation and treatment, with opportunities to contribute to performance improvement, CQI activities, and department budget planning to support optimal patient care.

Primary caseload centers on pediatric evaluation and treatment, with some adult care; candidates with pediatric focus are encouraged to

Responsibilities

• Administration and direct application of Speech/Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician.
• Evaluates, plans, directs and treats all patients referred for Speech/Language to restore function and prevent disability after disease or injury.
• Assists patients to obtain maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine 'normal' life within the constraints of their disability.
• Participates in performance improvement activities within the department and CQI activities; ensures personal competency.
• Assists in scheduling of patient visits for speech pathology evaluation and treatment.

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for administration and direct application of Speech/Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician. Evaluates, plans, directs and treats all patients referred for Speech/Language to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury. Assists patients to obtain maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine “normal” life within the constraints of their disability. Participates in performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Assures personal competency. Provides information related to departmental budget considerations in relationship to Speech Pathology needs for optimum patient care and service. Assists in scheduling of patient visits for speech pathology evaluation and treatment.

Job Summary

Responsible for administration and direct application of Speech/Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician. Evaluates, plans, directs and treats all patients referred for Speech/Language to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury. Assists patients to obtain maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine “normal” life within the constraints of their disability. Participates in performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Assures personal competency. Provides information related to departmental budget considerations in relationship to Speech Pathology needs for optimum patient care and service. Assists in scheduling of patient visits for speech pathology evaluation and treatment.

Primary caseload is pediatric evaluation and treatment, some limited adult care also needed. Those with skills and will to be treating mainly pediatric patients encouraged to apply.