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ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Kenosha, LLC
· Full TimeSpeech Language Pathologist - PRN
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Join a dynamic team as a Speech Language Pathologist, assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, and related disorders. Responsibilities include patient assessment, treatment planning, coordination with interdisciplinary teams, and maintaining safety standards.
Speech Language Pathologist
Location: Kenosha
Join Our Compassionate Care Team! Speech Language Pathologist Wanted! Are you a dedicated and compassionate SLP seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Look no further! ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Kenosha is a dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care, and we want YOU to be a vital part of our team.
Job Description:
- Assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and other related disorders.
- Responsible for administration and direct application of Speech Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a licensed physician.
- Perform patient assessment, establish plan of care, and prepare discharge plans.
- Evaluate effectiveness of treatment and modify as necessary.
- Assess educational and cultural needs of the patient, family, caregiver, or significant other and communicate accordingly to promote maximum benefit of care.
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary team on patient needs, dietary requirements, treatment modifications, and progress.
- Use age-specific standards, policies and procedures, and guidelines to perform treatments and procedures that are routine for unit/clinic based on patient age.
- Complete patient documentation in a thorough, timely, and efficient manner.
- May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
- Provide an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assess the risks for safety and implement appropriate precautions. Comply with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
- Maintain regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.
Requirements:
- Two years of direct patient care experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
- Current state licensure in Speech Language Pathology.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA or Clinical Fellowship Year status or equivalent preferred.
- BLS certification required.
- Knowledge of current principles and practice of Speech Pathology.
- Demonstrate competency in the provision of care according to established standards.
- Demonstrate appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies and procedures, and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
- Demonstrate general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
- Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.
Physical Requirements:
- A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time.
- Both gross and precise motor functions.
- Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.
- Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
- Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care.
- Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.
- Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.
- Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Professional Development:
- Competitive Compensation
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Career Advancement
- Inclusive and Supportive Culture
- Cutting-Edge Resources
- Work-Life Balance
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Employee Recognition Programs
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