Speech Language Therapist (SLP) - PHYSICAL THERAPY at Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

49.26

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech-Language Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Communication Disorders, Cognition Disorders, Hearing Disorders, Swallowing Disorders, Patient Advocacy, Interdisciplinary Coordination, Therapeutic Interventions, Rehabilitation Programs, Growth and Development Knowledge, Data Interpretation, Home Health Care Knowledge, BLS Certification, Clinical Competence, Patient Independence Promotion

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team. This role involves evaluating and treating patients with speech, language, communication, cognition, hearing, and swallowing (dysphagia) disorders across a variety of care settings. Type of Opportunity: Full Time/FTE: 1.0Work Schedule: Days Sign-on bonus & relocation available for qualified candidates. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) Shift differentials for nights and weekends Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles Malpractice liability insurance Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department EPIC electronic charting system Interested in learning more? Interested in learning more about AAS or about our positions? Send our recruiter an email at cbland2@phs.org, or send a text/call at (505)452-7690. We look forward to hearing from you! Responsibilities Evaluates and treats patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of speech, language, communication, cognition, hearing and dysphasia disorders. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients servedOversees and insures a comprehensive rehabilitation program designed to meet the physical, psychosocial, cognitive and immediate environmental well-being of the patient.Promotes patient/caregiver self-determination by optimizing outside resource utilization to achieve the highest level of independence.Coordinates and communicates with various disciplines or services involved in patient care. Coordinates efforts toward discharge goals established at initial evaluation and during episode of care. Is a patient advocate.Other duties as assigned.Settings may include inpatient, outpatient, long term care, community based care and home health careRequires detailed knowledge of speech and language pathology in terms of what and how work is to be done as well as why it is done, this level includes interpretation of dataBasic understanding of the rules and regulations of the specific setting Qualifications Masters degree in Speech and Language Pathology Certificate of Clinical Competence 1-3 years experience or Clinical Fellowship eligible Speech Language Pathologist BLS Required at time of Hire Must meet all the educational requirements of Home Health Medicare Conditions of Participation if necessary. Benefits We're all about well-being, starting with yours.Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. Learn more about our employee benefits. About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses. Maximum Offer for this position is up to USD $49.26/Hr. Compensation Disclaimer The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

Responsibilities

The Speech-Language Therapist evaluates and treats patients with various speech, language, and communication disorders. They oversee rehabilitation programs and coordinate with other disciplines to ensure comprehensive patient care.