Rehab - Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN Days

Coffeyville Regional Medical Center

Rehab - Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN Days

Coffeyville, KS
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Coffeyville Regional Medical Center, or "CRMC", is a 25-bed, non-profit, critical access hospital serving Southeast Kansas and Northeast Oklahoma since 1949. As a rural hospital, CRMC is surprising because of its large size and wide variety of services. Although we can provide many of the same services you will find in a big city, we take great pride in our friendly and caring staff.

    The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is a professional who diagnoses, treats and prevents speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders by performing patient assessments, developing individual treatment plans, liaising with patient, family and healthcare professionals while administering therapy and monitoring progress. The SLP may work in coordination with Occupational and Physical Therapists on the patients overall plan of care.

    JOB DUTIES:

    • Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition, deficits and goals
    • Assess and interpret patient evaluations and test results
    • Diagnose, treat and prevent speech, language and swallowing disorders
    • Create treatment and therapy plans to suit the individualized needs of a diverse population of patients
    • Perform screenings to detect voice or speech disorders
    • Educate patients and family members about speech disorders and causes, including disabilities and traumatic events
    • Consult and collaborate with other healthcare professionals
    • Document patient care history timely and accurately with great detail
    • Report progress and current status to appropriate parties, which may include family members, teachers or medical professional
    • Comply with all rules, regulations and procedures
    • Maintain confidentiality of all information according to HIPAA and company policy

       

    The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) assumes other responsibilities as assigned.

    JOB REQUIREMENTS:

    • Analytical ability to apply criteria and evaluate information to make decisions
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills; and excellent interpersonal skills in teaming with patients, medical staff and the public
    • Detail oriented with proven ability to multitask
    • Professional appearance and ease in developing rapport with others
    • Strong understanding of speech-related conditions, causes and treatments
    • Accurate clinical assessment skills regarding patient medical conditions
    • Ability and willingness to accurately and appropriately document patient care notes in a timely manner in accordance with billing and regulatory requirements
    • Ability and willingness to alter plans of care as necessary for best patient outcomes
    • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians and hospital staff
    • Computer skills including MSOffice, Outlook, Meditech

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    • Master degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited educational institution, required
    • Current Kansas Speech Pathology License, required
    • Current BLS Certification, required
    • 1-2 years’ experience in an acute or clinical setting, preferred
    • Pass the National Praxis exam, required
    • ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, preferred

    We are excited to learn about you and hope you join us on a shared mission serving every generation with patient centered, compassionate care. Please take a moment to visit our website http://https://www.crmcinc.org/ to learn how we make an impact through collaboration, innovation, and stewardship.

    Coffeyville Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our associates is critical to our success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identify, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at HR@crmcinc.org or 620-252-1500.


  • Industry
    Hospital and Health Care