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Speech Therapist | PRN | Elkhart General Hospital at Beacon Health Systems

Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Elkhart, Indiana





Job Description:


  • JOB SUMMARY
    • Reports to Therapy Department Leadership. Provides diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients with speech, language, cognitive, swallow impairment and/or other neurogenic communication disorders in the adult and/or pediatric population. Participates in departmental programs, activities and serves as a role model of quality clinical practice. Serves as a resource to staff, rehabilitation teams and Interns.



  • MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

    • MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.



    • VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.



    • SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.




  • JOB SPECIFICATIONS

    • Education and Experience
      • The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Speech Language Pathology license in the State of Indiana is required. Previous acute care, in-patient rehab and out-patient treatment is beneficial.



    • Knowledge & Skills

      • Requires familiarity with use of modalities and equipment needed to complete standard treatments offered.


      • Requires tact and discretion when working with patients, families, and physicians.


      • Must maintain current BLS certification.




    • Working Conditions
      • At risk for occupational exposure to infectious diseases.



    • Physical Demands

      • Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.


      • Sufficient balance and strength necessary in standing to ensure patient safety while performing swallow studies.










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