Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist
Grand Junction, CO
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Speech-Language Pathologist Inpatient The Speech-Language Pathologist provides evaluation and treatment for patients with speech and language disorders in acute care, with opportunities to support inpatient rehabilitation. Responsibilities include developing and implementing therapy plans, completing initial and ongoing assessments, educating patients, families, and team members, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts, 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week; schedule may vary based on department needs.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Masters degree in Communication Disorders, Speech-Language Pathology, or an equivalent field.
  • One year of related experience, preferably in a medical setting.
  • Active Speech-Language Pathologist license issued by the applicable state authority.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Ability to complete and interpret Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) and Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS) evaluations.
  • Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal communication, critical thinking, decision-making, time management, active listening, adaptability, dependability, compassion, and attention to detail.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) training.
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Additional Information:
  • Primarily supports acute care, with some opportunities in inpatient rehabilitation across different departments.
  • Outpatient services are not included in the role.
  • Provides initial and ongoing assessments, including Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) assessments at appropriate time points.
  • Communicates with physicians before the start of care and as needed.
  • Develops and implements speech therapy plans of care.
  • Provides education and instruction to patients, families, and team members.
  • Completes accurate and timely documentation to maintain patient medical records.
  • Frequent interaction with providers, colleagues, patients, clients, customers, and visitors requires effective communication and the ability to hear and understand information quickly and accurately.
  • Requires manual dexterity to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision, as well as frequent computer use for documentation and information access.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits