Speech Pathologist-Rehab
Company: UnityPoint Health
Location: Sioux City
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview:UnityPoint-St. Luke'sFull-TimeMonday-Friday (8 hour
shifts)The staff Speech Therapist functions as an integral part of
the rehabilitation team and has a responsibility for evaluating and
treating patients requiring services associated with speech
therapy. The Speech Therapist is expected to communicate with the
physicians regarding the patient's treatment plan and progress and
deliver services consistent with policies and procedures governing
the delivery of patient care by the Rehabilitation Department,
State Licensure and Code of Ethics standards.Position primarily
focuses on Pediatrics and Outpatient Speech patient population.
Works closely with interdisciplinary team (OT/PT/Providers) to
coordinate care plans for best patient outcomes. $7,500.00 Sign on
Bonus!Why UnityPoint Health?Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you
matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture
guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing
what's right for the people we serve.Benefits - Our competitive
Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid
time off and education assistance that align with your needs and
priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.Diversity, Equity
and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a
voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or
sexual orientation.Development - We believe equipping you with
support and development opportunities is an essential part of
delivering a remarkable employment experience.Community Involvement
- Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of
the people and communities we serve. Hear more from our team
members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at
https://dayinthelife.Unitypoint.Org.Responsibilities:Clinical
Excellence/Patient CarePerforms examination and evaluation to
determine diagnosis and prognosis of patient/client and determine
appropriate intervention to gain expected outcomes based on
patient/client goals including a collaborative approach with
patient/family and health care team.Utilizes of appropriate Speech
Therapy interventions to produce desired outcomes.Utilizes of
appropriate documentation and billing to communicate progress and
status to physicians, other healthcare professionals and third
party reimbursement.Utilizes critical thinking in making
independent judgements and maintains responsibility and
accountability for the knowledge of conditions of assigned
patients.Able to demonstrate the necessary skills and competencies
of a speech therapist.Keeps work area and equipment clean and
orderly by maintaining and practicing hospital and departmental
policies and procedures regarding safety and infection
control.Development & Patient EducationPerforms as a member of the
Rehabilitation Department through joint interventions,
communication and quality assurance programs and meetings.Continues
professional development and involvement in professional activities
that enhance therapy practice by sharing knowledge through
networking and research.Assess and chooses teaching strategies
appropriate to the patient/family needs including age, culture,
gender, readiness to learn and level of comprehension.Demonstrates
knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by
preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential
and actual concerns immediately.Basic UPH Performance
CriteriaDemonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of
Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety
guidelines.Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of
department with regular, reliable attendance.Employee maintains
current licenses and/or certifications required for the
position.Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA
and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding
healthcare.Completes all annual education and competency
requirements within the calendar year.Is knowledgeable of hospital
and department compliance requirements for federally funded
healthcare programs (e.G. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud,
waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding
compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative
staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department
staff related to compliance.Qualifications:Minimum
RequirementsIdentify items that are minimally required to perform
the essential functions of this position.Preferred or
SpecializedNot required to perform the essential functions of the
position.Education:Master's degree from accredited curriculum in
Speech TherapyExperience:License(s)/Certification(s):Current
licensure in good standing to practice in the state of IowaMust
possess and maintain current BLS certification or obtain
certification within three months from date of hire. Completion of
four hours of stroke education prior to the end of orientation and
annuallyMembership in Professional Association is
desirableKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:Writes, reads, comprehends and
speaks fluent English.Multicultural sensitivityBasic Computer
skillsCustomer/patient focused.Other:Use of usual and customary
equipment used to perform essential functions of the
position.#Sioux123
Keywords: UnityPoint Health, Sioux City , Speech Pathologist-Rehab, Healthcare , Sioux City, Iowa
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