PRN Speech-Language Pathologist

PRN Speech-Language Pathologist at Norman Regional Health System summary:

As a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist, you will assess and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders, utilizing standard speech therapy techniques. This role involves collaborating within a team-oriented outpatient clinic and providing patient education while also partaking in the supervision of students from accredited programs. You will contribute to the clinic's commitment to exceptional patient care and therapist development through innovative practices and specialized trainings.

Overview:

Come be a part of a forward-thinking, community-oriented outpatient physical therapy clinic, seeking passionate and skilled therapists to join our dynamic team. Our brand new facility prioritizes innovation, offering advanced equipment and a collaborative environment, within the framework of a well-established hospital system. We serve diverse patient populations of all ages, with opportunities for specialized training in areas such as lymphedema and pelvic health. At our clinic, you'll be part of a forward-thinking community dedicated to delivering exceptional care. Join us in shaping the future of outpatient rehabilitation, where your expertise is valued, and professional growth is encouraged. Elevate your career at our progressive clinic committed to excellence in patient care and therapist development

Responsibilities:

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition and establishes a plan of care.
• Performs therapy programs utilizing standard speech therapy techniques as appropriate for the age and disability of the patient.
• Documents delivery of Speech Therapy services.
• Educates patients, family, caregivers and significant others.
• Promotes physical rehabilitation services through community/system based education activities, marketing opportunities, and support groups.
• Accepts the role of Clinical Instructor to supervise/educate students from accredited speech therapy programs.
• Acts as a preceptor
• Participates in planning for the provision of patient care services.
• Provides staff in-service upon returning from continuing education or professional conferences.
• Performs inpatient and outpatient fiber optic endoscopic evaluation of swallow (FEES)

Qualifications:

Education

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.

Experience

• Previous experience in hospital preferred; dysphagia experience preferred; Medicare documentation experience preferred.  For Outpatient setting: Experience with outpatients, dysphagia, Vital Stim certification and Medicare documentation preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration/ETC.

• Current Oklahoma license for Speech-Language Pathology or SLP license eligible with a temporary license, or eligible for a temporary license.
• Must have ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence or complete with in the first year under a licensed therapist as a CFY. 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained thru re-training for duration of employment.

Keywords:

Speech-Language Pathologist, outpatient rehabilitation, patient care, dysphagia, speech therapy techniques, clinical instructor, therapist development, communication disorders, swallowing evaluation, community health

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