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GSS IA Forest City Ctr Location ------------
Forest City IA Address ------------
606 S 7th St Forest City IA 50436 USA
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PRN
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Varies
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32.50 - 52.00
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The Skilled Rehab team at Good Samaritan Algona and Forest City seeks to hire a PRN Speech and Language Pathologist to join our team. The position is PRN covering the Skilled Nursing Facilities. Currently, we treat the following conditions:
• Orthopedic weakness • Balance • Falls • Gait • Cervical back pain • General deconditioning • Other various conditions
New grads are welcomed. We are transitioning these locations to an in-house therapy model from contract use. We are looking to hire a candidate who can complement our team. We have amazing qualities with being in-house, including:
• In-House Therapy Model - One Team
Job Summary ------------
Administers speech and language evaluations, tests, or examinations to diagnose and plan treatments for clients/patients/residents with various speech problems and swallowing disorders. Assesses clients/patients/residents with various speech language cognitive or swallowing problems and develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical diagnoses. Provides speech and language services to clients/patients/residents, monitors disease progression, and adjusts treatments accordingly. Instructs clients/patients/residents in practicing speech and language therapeutic exercises, provides consultation for clients/patients/residents working through speech and language treatment processes. Ensures all speech and language related standards, policies, protocols, and quality requirements are met.
May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnoses and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.
Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department, including but not limited to providers, case managers, third-party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the areas of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.
Based on assigned area work, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute long-term care and home health care environments when applicable.
Must be licensed in the states of practice as a Speech and Language Pathologist. When applicable, may require a valid drivers license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department-specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support BLS for healthcare providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
Qualifications -------------
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
Must be licensed in the states of practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
When working at a Sanford Health Facility, not required but preferred by GSS Facilities.
Holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or currently working on Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
When applicable, may require a valid drivers license.
Obtains and subsequently maintains required department-specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support BLS for healthcare providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
Benefits ---------
The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include:
• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • 401k retirement plan • Work-life balance benefits • A generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance
For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://www.sanfordcareers.com/benefits.
The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer/MF Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talents@sanfordhealth.org.
The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0245696
Job Function: Allied Health
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