Overview:
POWERBACK PEDIATRICS
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist (STH1)
If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you. Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact!
Why Powerback?
Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
Travel Program: Our Journey Travel Program allows you to work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on a variety of services. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.
Responsibilities:
POSITION SUMMARY: The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in the acute care hospital setting is responsible for the evaluation and assessment of communication, cognitive, and/or feeding deficits, effective and efficient delivery of rehabilitation services under an established plan of care, and timely documentation of services. The SLP consults with other members of their patients’ medical teams and collaborates with the patient and/or their support system to promote the highest level of safety and independence.
Qualifications:
SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
They must possess a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders or similarly titled area that is consistent and acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
The Speech Language Pathologist must be licensed, certified or credentialed, as required in the state of practice.
They must possess or be eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
They must have a current CPR Certification.
At least one year of clinical experience within the acute care setting is required.
Experience performing VFSS preferred.
JOB SKILLS:
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Effective leadership and patient relationship skills.
Ability to exercise mature judgment with initiative in analyzing and solving problems.
Maintains professional attitudes and respect for the hospital site and their staff.
Treats all patients and their families with dignity, compassion, empathy and respect.
Proven track record with high volume workloads.
Posted Salary Range: USD $45.00 - USD $48.00 /Hr.
