Allied - SLP

Job Title: SLP
Location: Juneau, Alaska
Schedule: 8:00AM - 5:00PM x 5
Term: Permanent
Salary: $ - $

Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a SLP for a permanent assignment in Juneau, Alaska.

Responsibilities for a SLP

• Provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) evaluations and treatments in the Rehabilitation Services Department with a focus on impacting patients' functional abilities
• Perform assessments, evaluations, identify therapy diagnoses, formulate therapy treatment plans with goals, and implement SLP treatments for patients across a wide range of ages and diagnoses
• Serve as the primary therapy provider to implement, supervise, and modify therapy plans of care based on patient response to optimize outcomes
• Review clinical records and case histories to inform treatment planning
• Attend care conferences, regular meetings/rounds, and maintain contact with referring providers, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals to review patient status and individual needs
• Collaborate with team members to ensure appropriate medical equipment is arranged and care plans are established prior to patient discharge
• Document patient encounter findings and treatments including diagnoses, treatment plans, recommendations, and prognoses in accordance with hospital and/or Home Health policies
• Provide services in a timely manner after receipt of referral in both in-patient and out-patient settings
• Direct the work of support staff, students, or interns as needed
• Develop, implement, and conduct patient education and therapy programs based on patient and/or family needs
• Provide patients and families with home exercise programs to achieve the fullest rehabilitative potential
• Advise patients and family members in methods that facilitate self-care and independence, demonstrating sensitivity to cross-cultural issues
• Perform therapy services in community settings including community clinics, senior centers, home assessments, and other collaborative efforts
• Conduct home assessments to evaluate patients' living arrangements, use of Durable Medical Equipment, and implementation of therapy plans in the home environment
• Participate in video conferencing for training, patient encounters, and administrative duties with off-site locations
• Travel occasionally to remote locations by boat or small plane, which may involve multi-day trips in inclement or harsh weather
• Assist senior staff in administrative matters, clinic operations, and specialty/research areas as appropriate
• Utilize hospital computer systems to obtain patient information, keep abreast of hospital directives, and participate in the timely and efficient flow of information
• Provide summaries of results, statistics, and metrics as required by management
• Assist with the acquisition and fitting of durable medical equipment/devices based on patient needs
• Maintain supply stocks and clinical areas at acceptable levels
• Remain current in specific billing procedures and mechanisms (Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payers) to aid in reimbursement of services and equipment
• Maintain cleanliness of clinical space
• Educate staff on SLP issues and educate patients/families with therapeutic exercises, activities, and equipment
• Assist in committee and management duties within and representing the Rehabilitation Services Department as requested
• Provide therapy consultation, presentations, and in-service training to medical staff, consultants, and other interdisciplinary healthcare personnel
• Participate in continuing education as a learner or teacher to keep current with therapy procedures and techniques
• Adhere to the regulatory and practice standards of Speech-Language Pathology as set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• Follow all confidentiality and quality assurance standards
• Maintain current BLS certification
• Obtain and maintain CCC-SLP certification within the first year of employment
• Maintain valid State of Alaska licensure in the field of Speech-Language Pathology
• Maintain a current and valid Alaska Driver's License
• Complete Clinical Competency assessment within 3 months of hire and every three years thereafter
• Complete High Risk Competency assessment within 3 months of hire and annually thereafter
• Perform other duties or activities as assigned

Benefits for a SLP

• Salary: $ - $
• Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team
• Referral Bonus up to $1,500

Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job.