Speech Therapist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Company: Campbell County Health
Location: Gillette
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
ABOUT CAMPBELL COUNTY HEALTH
Campbell County Health (CCH) is the most comprehensive healthcare
provider in the State of Wyoming. Certified as an Area Trauma
Hospital, Campbell County Health--includes--Campbell County
Memorial Hospital, an acute care, community hospital in Gillette;
Campbell County Medical Group with nearly 20--clinics;--The Legacy
Living & Rehabilitation Center--long-term care center and
the--Powder River Surgery Center. We are dedicated to excellence
every day---
To be responsive to our employee's needs we offer:
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
192 PTO hours per year (increases with tenure)--
Medical/Dental/Vision
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care
Savings Account
403(b) with employer match
Employee Assistance program
Life & AD&D Insurance
Employee and Spouse Occupational Health Program
Early Childhood Center, discounted on-site childcare
And more! Click here to learn more about our full benefits
package
JOB SUMMARY
The Speech Therapist (ST) works under the supervision of the Rehab
Supervisor and the Director of Rehab. He/she is responsible to
organize and conduct medically prescribed speech and language
pathology services to inpatients, outpatients, and contracted
services. Provides for comprehensive speech/language pathology
services, upon physician order, to patients exhibiting
communication, cognitive and/or swallowing disorders, in order to
restore function, prevent disabilities, assist the patient in
reaching maximum performance, and help them learn to live within
the limits of their capabilities. The ST will provide ongoing
updates to patients, their families, and other healthcare team
members as to the progression toward therapy goals by following
established department/facility processes. He/she is responsible
for development of patient centered, individualized therapy
programs with focus on delivery of quality, value-based care
consistent with Campbell County's Health's vision, mission, and
values. The ST oversees or participates in program development for
the betterment of the patient, department, facility and/or
continuum; and attempts to reach or exceed departmental goals for
improvement across the healthcare continuum. The ST practices
within the framework of the Wyoming State Board of Examiners of
Speech Pathology and Audiology, American Speech Language Hearing
Association professional standards, and National Patient Safety
Goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs patient assessment and documents in patient record that
which reflects skilled treatment, time billed and accurate
utilization of CPT codes
Develops an age-appropriate plan of care which addresses physical,
psychosocial and spiritual needs, in collaboration with other
members of the health care team.
Implements the plan of care, delegates appropriately, and ensures
documentation of interventions, completing all daily notes, charges
and other paperwork per CCH policy.
Sees all patients as scheduled and assists with other patient needs
throughout the continuum if needed, demonstrating fiscal
responsibility, accountability, time management, and prioritization
skills.
Evaluates progress towards desired outcomes, revises plan of care
and intervenes as necessary, completing progress notes timely to
provide support for continuation of skilled therapy.
Educates patient and families regarding current health status, plan
of care, and anticipated outcomes.
Provides service excellence to all customers and positive
interpersonal relations with all team members.
Maintains professional standards related to clinical practice,
staffing and continuing education.
Works scheduled work hours and participates in weekend coverage to
meet patient needs;is flexible during times of high and low census
and will provide coverage to other CCH service lines as needed.
Maintains a clean and safe environment that is conducive to high
quality care.
Provide supervision to Clinical Fellows and students in a manner
that ensures safe and efficient care in accordance with CMS rules,
WY Board of Speech Pathology, and ASHA.
Complies with the hospital's Corporate Compliance Program
including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, laws and
regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned. This list is non-exhaustive.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent from an
ASHA-accredited program and/or seeking to complete a Clinical
Fellowship year (CFY)
Licensure
Wyoming licensure and Certificate of Clinical Competence by the
American Speech and Hearing Association is required.
Current license holders must be in good standing with the Wyoming
State Board of Examiners of Speech Language Pathology and
Audiology.
Experience
One year of experience preferred.
Certifications required
See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification Policy and
Certifications/Education Requirements Policy
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The ability to meet continuing education requirements and all
certifications and licenses as required (e.g. ACLS, PALS, CPI, CPR)
to maintain professional license.
Licensed professionals must strictly adhere to the ethical code of
their respective discipline.
Must use good judgment in interpreting patient referrals and
performing appropriate speech procedures.
Able to think quickly, handle various projects simultaneously with
attention to accuracy, prioritization, patient request, detail,
memory, problem-solving, reasoning, ability to memorize routine
assignments, computer mnemonics, all with little or no
supervision.
Ability to analyze and manipulate numbers, percentages, and indexes
from equipment for procedures.
Ability to explain procedures to patients and speak clearly to
communicate with patients, families, physicians, and staff
regarding patient's condition, etc.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent
interruptions.
Analytical and reasoning skills with a high level of mental
concentration and memory.
Ability to develop positive interactions and solve complex problems
in a professional manner with patients, patients' families,
physicians, and staff in order to effectively care for the
patients.
Computer Knowledge including the ability to enter material into
electronic record. Ability to operate fax, computer, and copy
machine to perform the duties of the position.
The ability to demonstrate knowledge of developmental stages and
apply developmental theories/concepts when planning and
implementing care for the appropriate age of the patient. Ability
to maintain the appropriate level of knowledge and skills.
Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in the
following age groups:
Infant (Neonate to Age 1)
Pediatric (Age 1-11)
Adolescent (12-18)
Adult (19-64)
Geriatric (Age 65 and older)
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