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Speech Therapist - PT

Speech Therapist - PT

Morehouse General HospitalBastrop, LA, United States
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DEPARTMENT : Rehab

Status : PT

Job Title : Pediatric Speech Therapist

JOB SUMMARY :

  • Evaluate / assess the needs of referred pediatric and adolescent patients in an outpatient therapy clinic to formulate treatment plans
  • Offer effective, patient centered services that will assist patients to return with confidence to as much independence as possible with speech, language, and swallowing needs.
  • Establish an intervention plan and goals that are clear, measurable, functional, relevant, and appropriate to the patients / familys needs, desires and expected outcomes.
  • Administers treatment consistent with plan of care based on evidence-based practice, provider protocol and governing standards

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
  • Provide therapy services defined in treatment plans
  • Work cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and other members of the healthcare team
  • Work effectively with parents and family involved in the care and treatment of the child
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation of therapy services in the medical record
  • Serve as clinical mentor and / or instructor to colleagues
  • Assist with program development and performance improvement for the department
  • Supervise Speech students as needed
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

    • REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

    • EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS :

  • Graduate of an accredited Speech Language Pathology Program (minimum Masters Degree)
  • Certificate of Clinical Competency
  • SLP with minimum of 1 year experience with pediatrics / adolescents
  • SLP with minimum of 1 year experience with adults to help treat as needed on the acute floor
  • Current Louisiana State Speech Language Pathology Therapy license (temporary license allowed)
  • BLS Certification

    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Must be able to both stand on your feet or sit for extended periods of time
  • Must be able to transfer / help with transitional movement of patients

    • Job Type : Part-time

    Pay : From $45.00 per hour

    Expected hours : 20 25 per week

    Schedule :

  • 4 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

    • Work Location : In person

    Compensation details : 42-47 Hourly Wage

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