Speech Therapist - Crestwood Medical- PRN

About the role

Plans, administers, and coordinates speech therapy treatments to patients from all age groups to maximize their physical functioning.

Responsibilities

• Performs Modified Barium Swallow evaluations in conjunction with the Radiology department.
• Contributes to the development of speech therapy policies, setting of standards, and revision of procedures as needed.
• Works closely with family members to ensure achievement of goals and continuity of care.
• Provides documentation of patient progress, reassesses and modifies goals and treatments as needed.
• Assists the Department Director/Manager in administrative duties across all areas of care (Outpatient, Acute, and Skilled Nursing/ECF).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech Therapy Program with a Master’s degree.
• May be a new graduate, but preference is given to those with 1 to 2 years of staff ST experience.
• Experience with PPS system and ability to articulate skilled criteria is preferred.
• Desirable characteristics include proficiency in written and verbal communication, proficiency with computerized documentation, and the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public.
• Experience/competency with Modified Barium Swallows is desirable.

Licenses/Certificates

• Licensed or eligible for license in State of Alabama.
• Possess a current certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Current BCLS required.