Speech Therapist Per Diem-ESCR

About the role

Responsible for delivering treatment services, evaluations, and other job-related department responsibilities for children ages 0-21. This is a Per Diem position with hours and schedule based on the needs of the clinic.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment for patients ages 0-21
• Perform on-going therapeutic feeding services as assigned
• Supervise graduate students or CFY candidate as assigned
• Conduct initial Speech Language evaluations and re-evaluations as assigned
• Conduct oromotor feeding assessments as assigned
• Conduct annual hearing screenings of children on caseload
• Participate in all departmental in-services and staff development activities
• Develop and review patient care plans in conjunction with Physiatrist
• Participate in clinical quality assurance initiatives
• Provide patient education through verbal explanation, visual demonstration, or written documentation
• Complete reporting activities as required by regulatory and departmental standards, including but not limited to:
  • Daily notation of therapy
  • Progress reports with updates
  • Rehabilitation rounds/staff conferences
  • Other activities that may be assigned from time to time (e.g., splinting)
• Comply with established ESCR policies and procedures regarding:
  • Quality assurance
  • Safety, environmental, and infection control
  • Confidentiality of patient information
  • Customer service
  • Attendance and punctuality
  • Dress code
  • Professional conduct
  • Annual health assessments

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology with current ASHA (American Speech/Language & Hearing Association) CCC status
• Must maintain license in good standing
• CPR Certification
• 2 years’ experience in a clinical pediatric environment

Pay

$80 per hour