Speech Language Pathologist or - Acute care

Speech Language Pathologist 1 or 2 - Acute care setting - Experience Needed

Additional Position Details: FTE: 0.900000 | Full Time | Primarily Mon - Fri / 8AM - 5PM | SLP1 or SLP2 may be considered |No CF candidates at this time

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP1) provides treatment to a wide variety of patients and works closely with the rehabilitation team. We have active dysphagia, neuro, cancer, and cardiac cases.

Our therapists work in both inpatient and outpatient setting clinics in excellent facilities, treating a variety of patient diagnoses. Individuals may be assigned permanently, temporarily, or simultaneously to other worksites where modified job descriptions exist. The Speech Language Pathologist will have the opportunity to work at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center and Asante Ashland Community Hospital. The SLP may provide weekend and evening services to patients as needed.

Our inpatient therapists work with a wide variety of patients in the acute care and inpatient rehab settings with the expectation of mentoring and instructing students or less experienced staff members.

Education

• Master's degree from an SLP program or equivalent is required.

Experience

• None outside of licensure required, however home care, hospice, and/or acute care experience is preferred.

Licensure/Certification s

• SLP:
  Speech Language Pathologist licensed by the Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology required upon start - OR - a temporary SLP license issued by the Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology (SLP-Temp) will be accepted for new hires awaiting permanent license. Permanent license must be obtained within 90 days.
• BLS:
  Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start.

Preferred Certifications

• CCC:
  Certificate of Clinical Competency by American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Speak Out! Provider Credential (The Parkinson's Voice Project)
• MBSImP:
  Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile Registered Clinician (Northern Speech Services)
• LSVT Loud:
  Lee Silverman Voice Treatment Certification (LSVT Global)
• Vital Stim/DINES Certification;
  Vital Stim/Dynamic Integration of NMES and Exercise for Swallowing (Ciao Seminars)

Required Skills

• Ability to process information and problem-solve individually and within a team setting
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks appropriately and manage time well
• Ability to adhere to and maintain expertise regarding federal and state regulations, and specific carrier requirements
• Effective communicator, verbally and in writing, with patients, families, coworkers, physicians, and community members

The Speech-Language Pathologist 2 (SLP2) provides treatment to a wide variety of patients and works closely with the interdisciplinary team. In addition to standard SLP duties, the SLP2 is competent in performing instrumental assessments of swallowing including both MBS and FEES. The SLP2 is competent to mentor or instruct students or less experienced staff in this clinical assignment (Rehab). The SLP2 will also provide weekend and holiday services to hospital patients on a rotating schedule.

Our focus is on providing high quality, compassionate care to our patients using research supported best practices.

Education

• Master's degree from an SLP program or equivalent is required

Required Certification/Licensure

• BLS:
  Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• SLP:
  Speech Language Pathologist licensed by the Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology
• CCC:
  Certificate of Clinical Competency (ASHA)
• MBSImP:
  Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile Registered Clinician (Northern Speech Services) with demonstrated competency in Asante's MBS procedure. (One time certification by Northern Speech Services satisfies requirement.)
• FEES:
  Fiber optic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow Competency as defined by Asante FEES Policy 400-PCS-Rehab-0627

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:

• Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.
• Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
• Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program
• Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.

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