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 patient’s/family’s 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 Master’s 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:
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4 hour shift
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Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Compensation details: 42-47 Hourly Wage
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