Speech Therapist Inpatient Rehab PRN

Oro-Valley-Hospital; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO and Sick Time

401(k) with Employer Match

Student loan repayment up to $10,000

Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation, a department of Oro Valley Hospital, seeks a Speech Therapist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, collaborate with physicians and the care team, perform MBS evaluations, and document progress daily in the medical record.

This PRN position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program is required.
• 1-3 years as a Speech Therapist in a clinical, hospital, or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Experience with Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies and dysphagia management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans.
• Performs Modified Barium Swallow evaluations in collaboration with Radiology and communicates results.

Skills

Communication

Collaborative skills

Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

1-3 years clinical experience

MBS/dysphagia experience preferred

Job description

Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation is conveniently located on the Northwest Medical Center campus at the corner of Orange Grove Road and La Cholla Blvd

This position is located at Northwest Transitions, as a department of Oro Valley Hospital, we offer inpatient rehabilitative care in a supportive, caring environment. We focus on emphasizing ability, rather than disability, and help patients regain the confidence they need for recovery.

Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation is conveniently located on the Northwest Medical Center campus at the corner of Orange Grove Road and La Cholla Blvd

Why You'll Love Working Here!

• My Health - Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs
• My Future - PTO and Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement
• My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much more!
• Benefit eligible Speech Therapists are eligible for up to $10,000 in Student Loan Repayment!

Job Summary

The Speech Therapist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive-communication, social communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults. This role develops and implements individualized treatment plans to restore communicative efficiency and improve patient outcomes. The Speech Therapist collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Schedule:PRN, as needed, schedule varies

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program required
• 1-3 years as a Speech Therapist in a clinical, hospital, or rehabilitation setting required
• Experience with Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies and dysphagia management preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Health Services\SLP - Speech Language Practitioner license in state of employment required or
• ST - Speech Therapist license in state of employment required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Essential Functions

• Evaluates and assesses speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, considering educational, medical, social, and psychological factors.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans, incorporating appropriate therapeutic interventions to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provides treatment for patients with communication impairments of both organic and nonorganic etiology.
• Performs Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) evaluations in collaboration with the Radiology department and effectively communicates results.
• Documents treatment interventions, patient progress, outcomes, and response to therapy in the medical record daily.
• Ensures proper coding and accurate maintenance of charge logs for billing and compliance purposes.
• Uses evidence-based techniques and positive reinforcement to encourage patient participation in therapy sessions.
• Consults with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate referrals for additional services when needed.
• Provides education and training to patients, families, and caregivers through verbal, written, and demonstrative instruction to support continuity of care.
• Collaborates with other speech therapy professionals and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and maximize therapeutic outcomes.
• Engages in discharge planning, providing necessary follow-up recommendations and physician feedback.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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