Job Description
Job Description
Description :
This is an Exempt position with the starting salary being $80,089 commensurate based on experience.
Position Summary : Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Speech / Language Pathology Department of the Neurologic Rehabilitation Institute at Brookhaven Hospital and related community residential programs.
Primary Responsibilities :
- Meet the communication needs of patients with speech, language, cognitive, or hearing disorders.
- Assess swallowing status for dysphagia patients
- Provision of direct patient care, evaluations, documentation, supervision of rehabilitation technicians
- Participation in performance improvement efforts of the facility
Qualifications :
Master of Science Degree in Speech and Language PathologyAmerican Speech and Language CertificationOklahoma State LicensureComply with JCAHO and CARF standardsExperience in, and competent to perform direct speech / language therapy care with adults and supervise direct care staff in the delivery of servicesTwo years’ experience in rehabilitation or psychiatric settingExperience in Neuro rehabilitation with patients suffering from Traumatic Brain Injuries preferredDysphagia experience is a huge plus, but not requiredKnowledge of neurogenic communication disorders, physical rehabilitation, developmental disabilities, psychiatric rehabilitation, behavior modification, and management of aggressive behaviors preferredPhysical Capability Requirements :
Requires the ability to read, write, and process information accuratelyRequires the ability to sit or stand for long period of timeRequires the ability to walk long distancesMay be required to lift, push or pull at least 65 lbsCompetitive Benefits Package :
Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision InsuranceNo cost medical insurance option available!Flexible Spending AccountHospital Indemnity, Accident and Critical Illness plans availableCompany paid Life InsuranceSupplemental Life InsuranceCompany paid Long-Term Disability / Optional Short-Term Disability401K with company matchPaid Time Off (PTO) - Full Time employees earn over 18.5 hours per month!Holiday payTuition ReimbursementThis position has been deemed a safety sensitive position. Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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