Location
Chesterfield,MO-63017
Bonus Eligible
NO
Job Type
Full-Time
Role
Speech-Language Pathologist
Number of Openings
1
Career Level
Not Specified
Education Level
Graduate Degree
Speciality
Setting
Relocation Paid
Sponsorship Provided
Interview Travel Reimbursed
Salary :
Company Name
Kindred Healthcare
Company Profile
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Company Information
Job Title
Speech Language Pathologist - FT Days-St. Lukes Rehab Hospital-C
Employment Type
Department
Posted Date
17 April, 2012
Please read the complete description below before applying for this job.
The staff Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP/CCC) coordinates the Speech/Language Pathology care for a patient population of primarily adolescent, adult and geriatric persons who are acutely ill and have medically complex needs which result in mobility and activities of daily living deficits. The Speech/Language Pathologist accurately assesses patients' needs; identifies and initiates appropriate speech/language pathology interventions; provides patient and family teaching; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional speech/language pathology practice and interdisciplinary teamwork. These functions are carried out according to Hospital policy, Hospital mission statement, Performance Improvement plan, and the philosophy of the Therapy Department. The Speech/Language Pathologist participates in performance improvement and program development activities. Responsibilities include providing input into hospital budgetary planning process; contributing to cost effectiveness of services and programs provided by the Therapy Department; and maintaining positive relations with all stakeholders.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to the Manager of Rehab Services.
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Job Code
098825
