Longview, WA, 98632, USA
10 days ago
Speech Pathologist - Outpatient Pediatrics
**Description** PeaceHealth Therapy & Wellness Center in Longview, WA is seeking a Pediatric Speech Pathologist for a Part Time, 0.60 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $42.23 – $63.35. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. Our team of 9 therapists practice together in an environment of continuous learning and enjoy bringing healing to the community with a collaborative and dedicated spirit. The skill and knowledge of experienced PTs, OTs and SLPs blends with new learnings and opportunities for growth brought by those newer to the field. Orthopedics, Neuro/Vestibular, Hand Therapy, Womens Health and Pediatrics are some of the areas of demonstrated excellence within our team. Day off? Our ideal location on the Columbia River and next to beautiful forests is just 40 miles north of Portland, Oregon, 2 hours south of Seattle, and a short drive to the beautiful Pacific coastline and year-round adventures on Mt Hood, Mt Rainier, Mt St Helens and Mt Adams. Apply your heart and spirit to your therapy career! **Job Summary** Responsible for the evaluation of patients, determining plan-of-care and goals of treatment, participating in treatment of patients within the scope of Speech and Language Pathology. Provides oversight to conditional licensees in the clinical fellowship year and students, in following the plan-of-care and treatment of patients appropriate to the age of the patient served; provides supervision to therapy aides and volunteers. Works as part of a patient care team toward the best outcomes for the patient. **What you will do:** + Evaluates assigned patients and establishes a treatment plan and goals, using data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observation and team members. + Completes patient treatment according to plan of care and modifies plan to meet patient needs, and updates plan as appropriate. + Completes documentation accurately, timely, according to regulatory and state licensure requirements, and within professional standards. + Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. May act as a liaison with nursing, medical and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource. + Mentors and provides oversight to new caregivers, conditional licensees in the clinical fellowship year, and therapy aides. Provides clinical instruction and training to students. + Recommends and participates in development of new services and programs, quality improvement and monitoring activities. + Participates in staff meetings, patient care meetings, educational in-services, caregiver orientation and other professional activities. **What you bring:** + Master's or Doctorate Degree Required: Speech and Language Pathology accredited by the American Speech and Hearing Association + Preferred: Speech Pathologist experience working with pediatric population + Required: Licensed Speech Pathologist License State of Washington + Required: Certificate of Clinical Competence through ASHA + Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support through American Heart Association or American Red Cross PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws. REQNUMBER: 96357
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