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Travel Therapy - Speech Language Pathologist
$83k-101k (estimate)
Full Time | Ambulatory Healthcare Services
2 Months Ago
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DT-Trak Consulting, Inc is Hiring a Travel Therapy - Speech Language Pathologist Near Wrangell, AK
DT-Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Wrangell, Alaska.
Job Description & Requirements
REQUIRES CURRENT ALASKA LICENSEMUST HAVE COVID AND FLU VACCINATIONSPosition SummaryThis position is based in the Sitka Rehabilitation Services Department with a primary focus on providing Pediatric Speech - Language Pathology (SLP) evaluations and treatments which impact patient’s functional abilities. Performs in a professional manner, respects confidentiality, and demonstrates qualities endorsed by following the Seven Standards for Service Excellence outlined in the SEARHC Human Resources Manual. Services are to be provided in compliance with hospital standards, Joint Commission Home Health regulations, Alaska state licensure requirements, regulatory and practice standards of SLP and the national professional guidelines established by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Accountabilities
Benefits
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 08/19/2024
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
REQUIRES CURRENT ALASKA LICENSEMUST HAVE COVID AND FLU VACCINATIONSPosition SummaryThis position is based in the Sitka Rehabilitation Services Department with a primary focus on providing Pediatric Speech - Language Pathology (SLP) evaluations and treatments which impact patient’s functional abilities. Performs in a professional manner, respects confidentiality, and demonstrates qualities endorsed by following the Seven Standards for Service Excellence outlined in the SEARHC Human Resources Manual. Services are to be provided in compliance with hospital standards, Joint Commission Home Health regulations, Alaska state licensure requirements, regulatory and practice standards of SLP and the national professional guidelines established by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Accountabilities
- The SLP provides services by physician referral in multiple settings; including inpatient, outpatient, Home Health and Long Term Care. Provides assessment, performs evaluation, identifies therapy diagnosis, formulates therapy treatment plan with goals and implements treatment of Speech-Language Pathology services to patients. Be responsible as the primary therapy provider to implement, supervise and modify a therapy plan of care based on assessment of patient response to optimize the outcome for each patient. Review clinical records and case histories. Attends care conferences, regular meetings/rounds and remains in contact with referring providers, nurses and other rehabilitation professionals to review patient’s status and individual needs with-in the health care team concept. Collaborates with other team members to assure appropriate medical equipment is arranged and care plan is established prior to discharge. Documents patient encounter findings and treatments including diagnoses, treatment plan, recommendations, and prognoses in appropriate format according to hospital and/or Home Health policies. Provide services in a timely manner after receipt of referral to both In-patient and out-patient settings as assigned. Direct the work of support staff, students or interns.
- Develop, implement and conduct patient education and therapy programs based on patient and/or family needs. Provides patients and families home exercise programs to achieve the fullest rehabilitative potential. Advise patients and family members in methods that facilitate a capacity for self-care and independence, facilitating movement towards a healthcare partnership between providers, the patients and their families. Home programs are clear and concise and the provider ensures that these instructions are understood by asking for feedback and demonstration of programs by patient or caregivers. Programs are taught demonstrating sensitivity to cross cultural issues.
- Community Service. Therapy services may be performed outside of Mt Edgecumbe Hospital Medical Center in conjunction with SEARHC Community Health Services programs and the community at large including Mt. Edgecumbe High School Student Health Clinic, SEARHC Community clinics, Community Senior Centers, home assessments and other collaborative efforts between CHS and MEH. This may include participation with project or health promotion teams. Video conferencing may be used for training, patient encounters and administrative duties with off site locations. Home assessments for evaluation of patient’s living arrangements, use of Durable Medical Equipment and implementation of therapy plan in the home living environment. This may include the Pioneer’s home, travel to SEARCH communities and in home visits. Occasional multi-day travel to remote locations by boat or small plane which may be in inclimate or harsh weather.
- Administrative. Assist senior staff in administrative matters, clinic operations, and speciality/research areas as appropriate. Utilize the hospital computer system to obtain patient information, as well as keep abreast of hospital directives, and in general participate in the timely and efficient flow of information. Provide summary of results, statistics, and metrics as required by management. Assists acquisition and fit of durable medical equipment/devices based on needs of patient. Maintain supply stocks and clinical area at acceptable levels. Remain current in specific billing procedures/mechanisms (Medicare, Medicaid and third party payers) to aid in reimbursement of services and equipment, including plan of care concurrence with referring providers. Maintain cleanliness of clinical space.
- Professional Collaboration/Education. Educates staff on SLP issues and educates patient/family with therapeutic exercises, activities and equipment. Assist in committee and management duties within and representing the Rehabilitation Services Department as requested. Provide therapy consultation, presentations, and in-service to medical staff, consultants, and other interdisciplinary health care personnel and patient populations regarding therapy services as assigned. This may include participation with project or health promotion teams. In order to keep current with knowledge of therapy procedures/techniques and improve clinical service staff will participate as a learner or teacher in clinical education, in-service, etc. Continuing educational funds will be allocated for the benefit of the department. Adhere to the regulatory and practice standards of Speech-Language Pathology set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Follow all SEARHC confidentiality and quality assurance standards. Demonstrate sensitivity to cross cultural issues.
Benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
SALARY
$83k-101k (estimate)
POST DATE
07/12/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
08/09/2024
WEBSITE
dt-trak.com
HEADQUARTERS
MILLER, SD
SIZE
100 - 200
FOUNDED
2007
CEO
GARY PECHOTA
REVENUE
$10M - $50M
INDUSTRY
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
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