Summary: The Staff Pad is honored to partner with a non-profit healthcare system in Helena, Montana with superior care and a hometown commitment to be the gold standard for health care in Montana. We are in search of a Speech Therapist for Outpatient Pediatrics and Acute Care to join their team. Job Description Responsible for evaluation and treatment of patients referred for Speech/Language Pathology services by a referring physician. Develops plans of care for patients after evaluation. Discusses plan with patient and or parent/guardian. Assists patients to obtain maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine “normal” life within the constraints of their disability. Participates in performance improvement activities within the department. Assures personal competency and maintains licensure. Provides information related to departmental budget considerations in relationship to Speech Pathology needs for optimum patient care and service. Works closely with the front desk for scheduling of patient visits and helping ensure insurance authorization when needed. Maintains timely documentation and charges per department guidelines. Participates in infection control, safety, computer optimization, and educational programs, both in the department and on an organizational basis. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of principals and practice of speech pathology. Knowledge of infection control, sterile technique and related impact on rehabilitative medicine practice and equipment. 1-5 years experience working as a speech/language pathologist with some experience in a rehabilitation setting preferred. EDUCATION: Holds a masters degree from an approved college or school of speech/language pathology. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY: Eligible for certificate of clinical competence. Current State Licensure in speech pathology (as Speech Pathologist) required. Current BLS certification.
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The Staff Pad
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 6 days
Helena, MT 59604, US
$61,000 - $73,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Staff Pad is partnering with a non-profit healthcare system in Helena, Montana, to find a Speech Therapist for Outpatient Pediatrics and Acute Care.
- The role involves evaluating and treating patients referred for Speech/Language Pathology services, developing care plans, and assisting patients in achieving maximum performance despite their disabilities.
- Candidates should have 1-5 years of experience as a speech/language pathologist, preferably in a rehabilitation setting, and must hold a master's degree in the field.
- Current State Licensure in speech pathology and BLS certification are required for this position.
- The salary for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.
