Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - First Connect
Craig, CO 81625
About the Job
MRH Rehab is a rural clinic that provides the unique opportunity to treat a variety of conditions, ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics, orthopedics, post-op, sports medicine, vestibular/concussion and long-term neurological conditions. MRH offers a supportive, collaborative and multidisciplinary team environment with mentorship and continuing education. MRH Rehab is patient and community centered and we just won 2022 Best of Moffat County and MRH Hospital was named 2022 Best Place to Work.
ABOUT: We are a 25 bed, multi-specialty medical clinic and rehabilitation center located in beautiful, rural Craig, CO ( just 45 miles west of Steamboat Springs, CO Ski Resort). Craig offers many opportunities for local outdoor recreation, camping, rafting, paddle boarding, kayaking, skiing/snowboarding, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, etc. . https://www.colorado.com/cities-and-towns/craig
We provide L4 ED care, inpatient care, diagnostic imaging, surgery, laboratory, special care unit, cardiopulmonary, oncology and chemotherapy services and more.
SHIFT: Days, M-F, 40 hours guaranteed, No Overtime
CERTS: BLS, CO License or Compact License required
EMR: EPIC
HOUSING: housing leads uploaded into our *** account under 'facility group documents'
JOB DESCRIPTION: SLP working primarily with outpatient pediatrics, outpatient adults and some subacute inpatient coverage as needed & modified barium swallow studies.
Position Purpose: Toprovide diagnostic and therapeutic services, patient/family education, andappropriate referrals to patients exhibiting a speech, language, or swallowingdisorder. Maintain quality care for allpatients through a coordinated, comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach; andproviding assistance where communication barriers exist due to speech/languagedisabilities to enable each individual to reach his or her maximum level ofindependence.
Essential Functions and Basic Duties
Position Specific Performance Expectations:
o Coordinates and directs patient care services to patients of all ages toensure that patient needs are met. Services include patient evaluation/assessment, establishing and implementing a plan of care, assessingeffectiveness of and modifying treatment to ensure goal achievement, andeducating patients/caregivers.
o Interacts professionally with the patient and/or family/caregiver andinvolves them in the plan of care.
o Demonstrates the ability to apply therapeutic principles and practicesbased on current evidence and knowledge, appropriate clinical judgment, andpatient preference.
o Adapts the delivery of services with consideration for patients'differences, values, preferences, and needs.
o Practices in a safe manner that minimizes the risk to patient, self, andothers
o Produces quality documentation in a timely manner to support provision ofcare, according to current standards that are based on professional associationand regulatory guidelines.
o Collects and analyzes data from selected outcome measures to monitorpatient progress and the benefit of interventions.
o Communicates appropriately, professionally and clearly to physicians,staff, and hospital leadership.
o Submits appropriate & accurate documentation and timely billing/codinginformation for services rendered.
o Participates in ongoing professional development to maintain a level ofclinical practice consistent with best practice standards. This includesseeking opportunities to gain new knowledge and skills and utilizing thesenewly acquired skills in the provision of care and for growth and developmentof the department and hospital.
o Critically assesses self to improve clinical and professionalperformance.
o Advocates for the speech therapy profession.
o Protects patients and employees by adheringto infection-control policies and protocols.
o Maintains professional and technicalknowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professionalpublications; establishing personal networks; participating in professionalsocieties.
o Develops rehab and hospital staff byproviding information; developing and conducting in-service training programs.
o Complies with federal, state, and local legaland certification requirements by studying existing and new legislation;anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advisingmanagement on needed actions.
o Strives to: promote health, create a safe andeffective treatment environment, motivate others, have a good bedside manner,listen, analyze information, be quality focused.
o School-based speechlanguage pathologists (in addition to above expectations): Collaborate with theschool-based team to help determine and carryout Individualized EducationPrograms (IEPs); identify a students annual goals and determine the services,supports, modifications, and accommodations that are required for the studentto achieve them.
o Home health speech language pathologists (in addition toabove expectations): Provide in-home speech therapy services to homeboundpatients and work in collaboration with the home health interdisciplinary team.
o Performs otherduties as assigned.
Organization Wide Performance Expectations:
o Demonstratescommitment to performing according to the CHOICE values of MRH and representingthe organization in a positive and professional manner.
o Maintains patientconfidentiality at all times.
o Upholdsregulatory requirements to ensure continual compliance with departmental,hospital, state and federal regulations and policies.
o Follows all policiesand procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, public and staff.
o Completes annualeducation, training, in-service, and licensure/certification requirements;attends departmental and organizational staff meetings or reads meetingminutes.
o Reports to workon time and as scheduled; completes work within designated timeframes.
o Establishes andmaintains effective verbal and written communication and good workingrelationships with all patients, staff and vendors.
o Utilizesinitiative; strives to maintain steady level of productivity; self-motivated;manages activity and time.
o Activelyparticipates in departmental and facility performance improvement andcontinuous quality initiatives.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
o Must be at least16 years of age (21 for driving positions)
o Must be able tolegally work in the United States
o Must be able topass a background check
o Must be able topass a drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable)
o Must completeemployee health meeting
Education/Licensure/Certification :
o Active ColoradoSpeech Language Pathologist License (DORA) or valid compact license
o Current CPR(BLS)certification (within 90 days of hire per MRH Policy)
o Valid DriversLicense (Home Health only)
Experience:
o Current Certificate ofClinical Competence granted by the American Speech Language HearingAssociation, in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred.
o New graduateswelcome to apply.
Position Classification: Non-exempt
Compensation Range: *** to ***
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, Paid Time Off
Position Urgency:
Normal
Shifts:
Days, M-F
State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active
Minimum Years of Experience:
1
Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
40
Sub Specialty:
Speech Therapist
General Certifications:, General Certifications(BLS/BCLS); Rehabilitation Certifications(ASHA,CHT,ACP Training )
Nursing Certifications:
Contract Length in Weeks:
1
