Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - Outpatient Therapy - Logan Health Speech TherapyJob Description Summary:$7,500 Sign-on BonusPay range $33.92 - $53.04 per hour depending on experienceJOIN OUR COMMUNITY! Want to live and work in a beautiful area surrounded by stunning scenery and endless recreation?This Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist plans and implements developmentally-specific and individualized treatment programs to outpatient pediatric patients, Birth through Age 18 years, according to the principles of Speech/Language Pathology.Preferences include a skilled and experienced SLP in the Pediatric setting, including areas of feeding, swallowing, speech/language, and AAC. Parent/caregiver education and counseling skills are a must, including culturally sensitive delivery of educational content as applicable.Plans and implements specific and individualized treatment programs to patients according to the principles of Speech/Language Pathology. Care is rendered in a safe and effective manner that is consistent with scope of practice and Logan Health policies and procedures.Qualifications:* Current Montana Speech/Language Pathology license required.* Current HS AED CPR Certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.* Must possess ability to communicate effectively and maintain cooperative relationships with providers, staff members and patients. Ability to work effectively in a team environment.* Demonstrated ability to make independent judgments under stressful situations at times. Must work in a planned manner without direct supervision.* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, required.Job Duties:* Develops, implements and revises individualized, goal directed speech therapy through a skilled process of evaluation and ongoing assessment of each patient.* Performs necessary technical skills as delineated by education and experience and as evaluated in the organizations Clinical Competency Checklist.* Demonstrates the ability to effectively plan, communicate, supervise and delegate to provide therapy services in a competent and efficient manner.* Performs all patient treatment according to established speech therapy standards and department policies and procedures.* Actively involved in the rehabilitation process, completes admission, discharge evaluations, daily assessments and identifies individual goals for each patient.* Exhibits excellent customer service and communication techniques at all times to internal and external customers.* Demonstrates the ability to effectively plan, communicate, supervise and delegate to provide therapy services in a competent and efficient manner.* Completes all required documentation in a timely manner according to payer guidelines (Medicare, Private Insurance, Medicaid) and Montana practice guidelines for physical therapy.* Enhances rehabilitation services by participating in projects within the department, the facility and the community.* Travels to outreach clinics/sites to perform therapy services as needed.* Maintains regular and consistent attendance at work as scheduled by departmentleadership.Work Environment:Inpatient Rehabilitation nursing unit , the acute care units within the hospital, Brendan House, and the Outpatient Therapy Department at the Summit. Areas are well lighted and ventilated. Most work will be inside. Exposed to mark changed in temperature and humidity. Exposed to communicable diseases, body fluids, bloodborne pathogens, and hazardous materials. Hazardous materials inventory and MSDS available. Wears protective personal equipment as required. Potential exposures to radiation, noise, and solvents.Benefits:401(k) with matchingEmployee Assistance ProgramShift:Day Shift - 8 Hours (United States of America)Schedule Details:Please know schedules and shifts are subject to change based on patient care and department/organizational needs.Schedule:All PRN staff are required to either be in the weekend rotation or pick up a regularly scheduled weekend day at a minimum. PRN staff will also work with INPT scheduler to share availability and respond back in a timely manner in regards to their availability.Primarily eight (8) to ten (10) hours shifts, but may be necessary to adjust schedule for the needs of the department. Rotating weekends, holidays and other shifts as needed to provide coverage. May be necessary to work on units other than the assigned unit to maintain staff coverage. During periods of low census, may be required to take unpaid leave or may choose to use Earned Time Benefits.Notice of Pre-Employment Screening RequirementsIf you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:* Criminal background check* Reference checks* Drug Screening* Health and Immunizations Screening* Physical Demand Review/ScreeningEqual Opportunity EmployerLogan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.Job Type: Full-timePay: $33.92 - $53.04 per hourExpected hours: 30 per weekBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Continuing education credits* Dental insurance* Disability insurance* Employee discount* Flexible schedule* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Loan repayment program* Paid time off* Referral program* Retirement plan* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shiftAbility to Relocate:* Kalispell, MT 59901: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person
