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Speech Pathologist

Speech Pathologist

Mile Bluff Medical CenterMauston, WI, USA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

General Information :

Job title : Speech Language Pathologist

Schedule : Full-time, 80 hours per pay period; 8 : 00am - 4 : 30pm

Weekend rotation : None required

Holiday rotation : None required

Position Summary :

The Speech Language Pathologist position assesses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in order to help individuals enhance their ability to communicate and swallow safely.

Position Responsibilities :

  • Perform direct patient care : assess and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
  • Complete patient documentation, including initial evaluations, plans of care, progress reports, and discharge reports.
  • Contact insurance companies regarding benefits.
  • Prepare for evaluation and treatment sessions.
  • Provide education to staff, including nurses, physicians, dietitians, and food service workers, regarding results and recommendations following evaluations and providing guidance based on the most up-to-date research.
  • Create in-service presentations and educational opportunities for staff.
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers in order to provide patient-centered treatment.
  • Clean treatment rooms following sessions.
  • Provide reminder calls to patients.
  • Aid patients and families in navigating the hospital.
  • Perform other duties as requested.

Position Requirements :

  • Professional degree in speech language pathology required.
  • Masters degree in speech pathology from an accredited program.
  • Eligible for Speech-Language Pathologist license to practice in the state of WI.
  • Must hold and maintain Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathologist license.
  • Must maintain a valid, current driver's license.
  • Must maintain BLS certification.
  • 1+ years of related work experience preferred. Experience in a hospital setting a plus.
  • Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.

    • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Intermediate proficiency with computers is required.
  • Strong assessment and planning skills.
  • Strong quantitative and analytical competency.
  • Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.

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