Travel Speech Language Pathologist
Lynnwood, WA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Travel Position

Location: Lynnwood, Washington
Specialty: Speech-Language Pathology (SLP)
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in Washington (note: job title suggests SLP, but licensure requirement states Occupational Therapist)
• Previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy preferred but not required
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English; additional languages preferred
• Current CPR/BLS certification

Essential Functions

• Responsible for care of patients treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians, and students
• May orient staff and students; assume supervisor duties in their absence if qualified
• Assess patients’ needs and initiate appropriate occupational therapy interventions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to maintain professional standards
• Observe and evaluate treatment effectiveness and goal achievement; recommend changes to physicians as needed
• Perform assessments and reassessments per policy; complete timely quality improvement scoring
• Treat adult and geriatric patients in a medical rehabilitation program
• Assess and intervene for patient pain affecting rehabilitation participation; communicate with physicians as needed
• Ensure patient safety and reduce healthcare errors during care
• Report patient progress and discharge barriers in team conferences
• Develop and evaluate patient and family teaching plans; document appropriately
• Demonstrate proficiency in occupational therapy modalities
• Respect and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual needs of patients and families
• Safely operate and maintain equipment and department cleanliness
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, physicians, staff, and administration
• Participate in patient/family and team conferences
• Maintain flexibility, organization, and composure under stress
• Foster good working relationships within and across departments
• Collaborate with other departments for patient care and performance improvement
• Meet documentation standards; update interdisciplinary care plans regularly
• Participate in staff education, orientation, and performance improvement activities
• Ensure accurate and timely patient charge entry
• Participate in infection control, equipment training, and safety programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Company Expectations

• Adhere to dress code and wear appropriate identification
• Complete annual health, safety, and education requirements
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information
• Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles for age-appropriate care
• Report to work on time and follow absence notification policies
• Attend mandatory in-services and staff meetings
• Represent the organization professionally and positively
• Comply with ethical business practices and organizational policies
• Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the hospital and department
• Maintain current licensure and certifications
• Demonstrate excellent guest relations skills with patients, physicians, visitors, and staff
• Follow health, safety, security, and hazardous materials policies
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives
• Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with HIPAA privacy laws and report confidentiality issues promptly
• Adhere to organizational code of conduct, policies, and applicable laws
• Take accountability and ownership of duties, ensuring tasks are completed reliably and timely

Note: This position involves occupational therapy responsibilities within a rehabilitation hospital setting, focusing on adult and geriatric patients.