Speech Therapist - PT at Morehouse General Hospital – Bastrop, Louisiana

DEPARTMENT: Rehab

Status: PT

Job Title: Pediatric Speech Therapist

JOB SUMMARY:

· Evaluate/assess the needs of referred pediatric and adolescent patients in an outpatient therapy clinic to formulate treatment plans

· Offer effective, patient centered services that will assist patients to return with confidence to as much independence as possible with speech, language, and swallowing needs.

· Establish an intervention plan and goals that are clear, measurable, functional, relevant, and appropriate to the patient’s/family’s needs, desires and expected outcomes.

· Administers treatment consistent with plan of care based on evidence-based practice, provider protocol and governing standards

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization

· Provide therapy services defined in treatment plans

· Work cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and other members of the healthcare team

· Work effectively with parents and family involved in the care and treatment of the child

· Maintain accurate, timely documentation of therapy services in the medical record

· Serve as clinical mentor and/or instructor to colleagues

· Assist with program development and performance improvement for the department

· Supervise Speech students as needed

· Perform other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate

· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

· Graduate of an accredited Speech Language Pathology Program (minimum Master’s Degree)

· Certificate of Clinical Competency

· SLP with minimum of 1 year experience with pediatrics / adolescents

· SLP with minimum of 1 year experience with adults to help treat as needed on the acute floor

· Current Louisiana State Speech Language Pathology Therapy license (temporary license allowed)

· BLS Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be able to both stand on your feet or sit for extended periods of time

· Must be able to transfer / help with transitional movement of patients

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person