What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist - McDowell Home Health - PRN - 1st Shift position at Ephraim McDowell Health?
Job Description
Evaluates and treats patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for rehabilitation of speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders, according to department policy and procedure. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).
WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Indoor department, clean and pleasant. Well lighted and ventilated. Forty hour work week with holiday and weekend rotation. The task of this job involves exposure to blood, body fluids and tissue. Moving, carrying and moving around the unit also required for patient treatments. Exposure to physical and mental anguish. Must be able to move or position 25 lbs. independently.
CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:
Has contact with patients and patient family members, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, nursing, Physicians, and other department Associates.
EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
Computer, communication, therapeutic/technical skills.
Position Type
Flex (PRN)