Speech Pathologist-Float

Join to apply for the Speech Pathologist-Float role at Phoenix Children’s . Position Details Department: PCH-MAIN | Rehab Resource Pool Location: Phoenix Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm Category: Rehab/Therapy Posting #: 972909 Employee Type: Full-Time Position Summary This position is responsible for providing speech‑language pathology services to a pediatric population, from neonatal through adolescence/young adulthood. Performs evaluation, program planning, and treatment of patients in the areas of speech, language, cognitive communication, voice, feeding, and swallowing, specific to age and developmental/functional level determined by assessment. Position Duties Evaluates and treats patients with a wide range of diagnoses including but not limited to speech, language, cognitive communication, voice, feeding, and swallowing. Demonstrates knowledge of typical development and possesses skills necessary to provide age‑appropriate services. Uses pediatric‑based behavior management strategies and matches diagnostic/therapeutic interventions to age/ability of the child, using a framework of family‑centered care. Establishes appropriate treatment plans with age‑appropriate, functional, and measurable goals with target timeframes. Obtains mutual agreement upon discussion with family/guardian. Implements patient’s plan of care using various treatment modalities as prescribed by a physician. Performs patient/family teaching for maximizing function within the home/community and implementation of home program. Provides care as outlined in standards of care according to ASHA and the Phoenix Children’s Policies & Procedures Manual. Maintains appropriate and timely documentation in compliance with Joint Commission, state/federal guidelines, and CARF standards, including participation in Total Quality Management. Organizes, coordinates, and collaborates with other disciplines within the hospital and resources within the community in order to maximize value and effectiveness of plan of care. Participates in and contributes to discharge planning, care conferences, school re‑entry, patient and family education, and outpatient rounds. Builds and maintains rapport within the department, hospital, and community, professionally interacting with physicians, families, and hospital/community personnel. This includes preparation and participation with in‑service training programs. Supervises and directs rehab technician and/or students, providing input into their performance evaluations. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested. Phoenix Children’s Mission, Vision & Values Mission To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families. Vision Phoenix Children’s will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education. We realize this vision by: Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders Advocating for the health and well‑being of children and families. Values We place children and families at the center of all we do. We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way. We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact. We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future. We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable. Position Qualifications Education Masters Degree (or higher) in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited university. (Required) Experience Pediatric experience. (Required) MBS (Managed Behavioral Support) experience. (Preferred) Additional Requirements Current AZ Department of Health Services license, prior to start date. (Required) Current AZ Department of Public Safety fingerprint clearance card, prior to start date. (Required) Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association, prior to start date. (Required) Current ASHA certification or in clinical fellowship year (CFY), prior to start date. (Required) Certification / License / Registry Requirements Basic Life Support – Required AZ Audio & Speech Language License – Required Fingerprint Clearance Card – Required American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association Clinical Fellowship or Clinical Fellowship Year – Required Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential Physical Requirement – Climbing – Occasionally Physical Requirement – Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) – Frequently Physical Requirement – Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) – Frequently Physical Requirement – Hearing – Frequently Physical Requirement – Pushing/pulling – Frequently Physical Requirement – Reaching – Constantly Physical Requirement – Sitting – Frequently Physical Requirement – Standing – Frequently Physical Requirement – Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling – Occasionally Physical Requirement – Talking – Constantly Physical Requirement – Tasting/smelling – Frequently Physical Requirement – Walking – Frequently Physical Requirement – Near Vision – Frequently Physical Requirement – Far Vision – Frequently Physical Requirement – Color Discrimination – Occasionally Physical Requirement – Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Constantly Physical Requirement – Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Frequently Physical Requirement – Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Inside office environment – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Airborne communicable diseases – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Fumes or airborne particles – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Hazardous materials exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Radiation exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Toxic or caustic chemicals – Applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr Phoenix Children's