Description

About Us

This is a PRN position accepting vaccine waivers

The Center at Arrowhead is a newer skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing a variety of services ranging from Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies along with a wide range clinically complex conditions. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patient’s transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care. We look forward to meeting you

Position Summary:

• The Registered Speech Therapist provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients upon physician referral accordance with all applicate laws, regulations and Center at Arrowhead Standards.
• Reports to Director of Rehab (DOR)

Qualifications

Education, Licensure:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited program in Speech Therapy. (MS or MA ST)
• Must be currently registered/licensed in the state of Arizona
• Must maintain active license throughout employment
• Must have CPR certification upon hire. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Requirements:

• Must be able to perform Speech Therapy Evaluations, complete care plans, establish goals, and communicate frequently with interdisciplinary team
• Must have experience in Microsoft Word, email
• Must utilize good body mechanics at all times
• Must be able to make safe, independent decisions when circumstances arise
• Must be knowledgeable of speech therapy practices and procedures as well as the laws regulations
• Must be able to interpret and implement the programs, goals, policies and procedures of the speech therapy dept.
• Maintains professional working relationship with all families, peers, associates, vendors.
• Understands and complies with company policies, maintains current status with Relias training.
• Documentation is completed daily including therapy notes, treatment times and labor hours
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
• Must demonstrate dependability and regular attendance
• Must have excellent customer service, clinical skill, and communication and positive attitude
• Be able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds, safely transfer patients, participate in staff training related to safe patient handling.
• Must comply with the facility uniform and wear name badge at all times
• Must be able to work effectively and productively