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SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST 1 (PER DIEM/HOURLY, DAYS)

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST 1 (PER DIEM/HOURLY, DAYS)
Req #: 210364 Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER - MONTLAKE - SPEECH PATHOLOGY Job Location: Seattle Campus, UW Medical Center - Montlake Posting Date: 09/15/2023 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $44.82 - $62.25 per hour Other Compensation: Shift: First Shift Benefits: WHATS IMPORTANT TO YOU?

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    • OPPORTUNITY

    UW Medical Center - Montlake Rehabilitation has an outstanding opportunity for a PER DIEM/HOURLY, day shift, SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST 1.

    WHAT WILL YOUR DAY LOOK LIKE?

  • The Speech Language Pathologist will be responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering speech/language pathology evaluation and intervention to patients with communication and swallowing disorders, as referred by a licensed provider.
  • Administer treatments as determined by the evaluation in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury.
  • Assist patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
  • Assist to develop clinical programs for optimum patient care and service. Participate in operational aspects, performance improvement, and Quality Improvement activities within the department.
  • Provide input in formulating budget, assist in evaluation of departmental performance, and take action to remain in budget guidelines.
  • Ensure that patient charges and documentation are accurate and entered on a timely basis. Supervise students, volunteers, and office assistants.
  • Participate in infection control, equipment training, compliance, safety and educational programs, both at the departmental and organizational level.


    • WHATS NEEDED?

  • A Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology or Communicative Disorders or equivalent degree approved by the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association.


    • WHATS DESIRED?

  • One or more years of experience as a speech pathologist or equivalent.
  • Experience/competencies in Acute Medical-Surgical hospital


    • LICENSE REQUIRED

    Current State Licensure in Speech Pathology (as Speech-Language Pathologist).

    ABOUT US

    The Team

    Become U with UW Medicine Rehabilitation . Our multidisciplinary team is centered around compassion and innovation. We work closely with many types of specialists to give each patient the best possible path to recovery. Our passion and dedication to our purpose has allowed us to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation programs in the nation. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community!

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    Join our award-winning team at UW Medical Center - Montlake. Among the top medical centers in the United States as rated by U.S. News & World Report 2021-2022 "America's Best Hospitals", UW Medical Center - Montlake prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. UW Medical Center - Montlake has again earned U.S. News & World Reports No. 1 hospital ranking in Washington State and in the Seattle metropolitan area. It is the seventh consecutive year that UW Medical Center - Montlake has achieved both distinctions.

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    A Higher Degree of Healthcare
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