Speech Pathologist - Physical Therapy - PRN

CHRISTUS Health; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Alamogordo, New Mexico, is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist responsible for evaluating and treating patients with speech and hearing disorders. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology and be eligible for state licensure. Responsibilities include supervising staff and interpreting physician prescriptions, ensuring quality patient care. This position is per diem, as needed, offering flexibility in work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Must have or be eligible for state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for the direction and supervision of supportive staff.
• Interprets and carries out prescriptions from physicians.
• Performs diverse duties as requested.

Job description

Summary

Examines, tests, diagnoses and administers remedial treatments for patients with speech and hearing disorders. Evaluates patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for rehabilitation of speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders. Records speech samples and conducts phonetic analyses of speech ability. Documents test results and recommends remedial treatment. Performs evaluations with special attention to receptive and expressive language skills, speech fluency, vocal and oral motor competence, articulation and auditory skills. Confers with associates and institutes treatment utilizing corrective exercises and special equipment. Maintains active and support communication with the patient regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process. Bachelor's Degree required. Speech Therapy/Pathology license required. FLSA Status: Non-exempt.

Responsibilities

The staff Speech Language Pathologist is directly responsible to the manager/coordinator and/or his or her designee. Assists with the direction, utilization, supervision, instruction, and evaluation of supportive staff, volunteers, and students utilized in the department/facility. Responsible for interpreting and carrying out the prescription of the physician; receiving and writing verbal orders from physicians, nurse practitioners, and/or physician assistants in accordance with practice act guidelines; good public relations; protection of confidential data; economic use of time; equipment and supplies; and safety and welfare of patients and other associates. Performs other diverse duties as requested.

Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an accredited/approved school of Speech Language Pathology.

Experience

• New graduates are accepted for this position, although experience is preferred. CFY supervision may be arranged.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Must have, or is eligible for, state licensure.
• Must present license prior to employment.
• CPR-AHA. American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) card required within one year of hire/transfer.

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed

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