Speech Therapist Weekend Per Diem - Acute Care

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours : TBD

Summary of the Job :

Specializes in diagnosis and treatment of speech and language pathology, and engages in scientific study of human communication : Diagnoses and evaluates speech and language skills as related to educational, medical, social, and psychological factors. Reviews individual file to obtain background information prior to evaluation to determine appropriate tests and to ensure that adequate information is available. Plans, directs, or conducts habilitative and rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication deficits of organic and non-organic etiology. Provides counseling and guidance and language development therapy to handicapped individuals and / or caregivers. Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests. Perform bed side swallow studies and provide recommendations for appropriate diets. Perform Modified Barium Swallow Studies upon MD referral (prescription) and provide impressions / recommendations to ordering physicians. Develop and implement individualized plans for patients to meet individual needs, interests, and abilities. Evaluates and monitors individuals, using audio-visual equipment, such as tape recorders, overhead projectors, filmstrips, and demonstrative materials. Reviews treatment plan, and assesses individual performance to modify, change, or write new programs. Provides recommendations to facilitate discharge from hospital setting and appropriate post-acute speech therapy needs. Maintains records as required by law, establishment's policy, and administrative regulations. Attends meetings and conferences and participates in other activities to promote professional growth. Instructs individuals to monitor their own speech and provides ways to practice new skills.

Minimum Qualifications :

Masters Degree in Communications Disorders from an ASHA accredited institution.

Licensed, or eligible for licensure in the state of Louisiana. Licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Speech Language Pathology and Audiology.

Working knowledge of computer software to include, but not be limited to : word processing and spreadsheets.

Physical Demands :

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.

Physical Effort required :

Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing

Frequently (34%-66%) – none

Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing / pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, poles, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling / feeling

EMPLOYMENT

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.