Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

Mobile Health Team Inc. a staffing agency has openings for a permanent fulltime Pediatric SpeechLanguage Pathologist(SLP) . We are looking for someone with a passion for people.

Location: Craig CO 81625

Assignment Start Date: 5/22/2024

Work Schedule: Days MF 40 hours guaranteed No Overtime

Compensation Range: $35.03 to $52.55

Benefits: Medical Dental Life Retirement Paid Time Off

We are a 25bed multispecialty medical clinic and rehabilitation center located in beautiful rural Craig CO (just 45 miles west of Steamboat Springs CO Ski Resort). Craig offers many opportunities for local outdoor recreation camping rafting paddle boarding kayaking skiing/snowboarding mountain biking hunting fishing etc..

SLP working primarily with outpatient pediatrics outpatient adults and some subacute inpatient coverage as needed & modified barium swallow studies. To provide diagnostic and therapeutic services patient/family education and appropriate referrals to patients exhibiting a speech language or swallowing disorder. Maintain quality care for all patients through a coordinated comprehensive multidisciplinary approach; and providing assistance where communication barriers exist due to speech/language disabilities to enable each individual to reach his or her maximum level of independence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates and directs patient care services to patients of all ages to ensure that patient needs are met. Services include patient evaluation/ assessment establishing and implementing a plan of care assessing the effectiveness of and modifying treatment to ensure goal achievement and educating patients/caregivers.
• Interacts professionally with the patient and/or family/caregiver and involves them in the plan of care.
• Demonstrates the ability to apply therapeutic principles and practices based on current evidence and knowledge appropriate clinical judgment and patient preference.
• Adapts the delivery of services with consideration for patients differences values preferences and needs.
• Practices in a safe manner that minimizes the risk to patient self and others
• Produces quality documentation promptly to support the provision of care according to current standards that are based on professional associations and regulatory guidelines.
• Collects and analyzes data from selected outcome measures to monitor patient progress and the benefit of interventions.
• Communicates appropriately professionally and clearly to physicians staff and hospital leadership.
• Submits appropriate & accurate documentation and timely billing/coding information for services rendered.
• Participates in ongoing professional development to maintain a level of clinical practice consistent with best practice standards. This includes seeking opportunities to gain new knowledge and skills and utilizing these newly acquired skills in the provision of care and for the growth and development of the department and hospital.
• Critically assesses self to improve clinical and professional performance.
• Advocates for the speech therapy profession.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infectioncontrol policies and protocols.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.
• Develops rehab and hospital staff by providing information; and developing and conducting inservice training programs.
• Complies with federal state and local legal and certification requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; and advising management on needed actions.
• Strives to: promote health create a safe and effective treatment environment motivate others have a good bedside manner listen analyze information and be qualityfocused.
• Schoolbased speechlanguage pathologists (in addition to the above expectations): Collaborate with the schoolbased team to help determine and carry Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); identify a students annual goals and determine the services supports modifications and accommodations that are required for the student to achieve them.
• Home health speechlanguage pathologists (in addition to the above expectations): Provide inhome speech therapy services to homebound patients and work in collaboration with the home health interdisciplinary team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION

Experience:

• New graduates are welcome to apply

Licenses Certifications and/or Registration:

• Active Colorado Speech Language Pathologist License (DORA) or valid compact license is required
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence granted by the American Speech Language Hearing Association in SpeechLanguage Pathology (CCCSLP) preferred.
• Current CPR(BLS) certification (within 90 days of hire per hospital Policy) is required
• Valid Drivers License (Home Health only)

EMR : EPIC

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Requirement:

• Demonstrates commitment to performing according to the CHOICE values and representing the organization positively and professionally.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Upholds regulatory requirements to ensure continual compliance with departmental hospital state and federal regulations and policies.
• Follows all policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients the public and staff.
• Completes annual education training inservice and licensure/certification requirements; attends departmental and organizational staff meetings or reads meeting minutes.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated timeframes.
• Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication and good working relationships with all patients staff and vendors.
• Utilizes initiative; strives to maintain a steady level of productivity; selfmotivated; manages activity and time.
• Actively participates in departmental and facility performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.
• Must be at least 16 years of age (21 for driving positions)
• Must be able to legally work in the United States
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable)
• Must complete employee health meeting

Mobile Health Team Inc is a workforce solutions company. We match experienced healthcare professionals with temporary or permanent positions globally. Our mission is clear to bridge the staffing gap in the healthcare industry by creating and maintaining longterm working relationships with clients and healthcare professionals. We specialize in temporary and permanent placements in order to meet our clients needs.