Speech Therapist

Position Summary 

Position evaluates patients regarding the application of a wide variety of
therapeutic techniques for rehab of speech, language, hearing and oral motor
disorders. Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient
assessment/re assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care
planning/implementation. Provides quality speech therapy services according to
the principles and practices of speech therapy. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Assess patient needs for speech therapy in a timely fashion; completes
initial evaluation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the
department. Documents patient care efficiently and effectively  
* Develops and maintains long and short-term treatment goals that are
functional and measurable for each patient. Re-evaluates and modifies
treatment programs as warranted. 
* Instructs patients, families, nurses and other caregivers in appropriate diet
consistencies, swallowing strategies, cognitive strategies and communications
techniques. 
* Integrates information, prioritizes needs, involves patient/family in
planning process. 
* Utilizes the most appropriate form of treatment provided with the highest
level of care. 
* Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS

* Special Skills

* Excellent customer service skills.   * Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, families and physicians.  * Minimum Requirements:  * Education: Master's Degree from an Accredited Program in Speech Language Pathology.  * Experience: One year of clinical experience. Acute care modified swallow experience.  * Licensure/Certification: Current Licensure in the State of Arizona. Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or documented acceptance into a Clinical Fellowship year. CPR

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Abrazo Central Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient
care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you
will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a
healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our
patients.

At Abrazo Central Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our
dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we
provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health,
professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and
programs include:

* Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
* 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
* Generous paid time off
* Career development and continuing education opportunities
* Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
* Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
* Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and
critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home
insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by
employment status

Abrazo Central Campus has provided hospital care in Central Phoenix since 1963.
As a 221- bed acute care and teaching hospital, we offer a complete range of
healthcare services including emergency care, family medicine, cardiology and
more. Join our team!