Speech Therapist - Speech Therapy - Full Time

Up to $20,000 Sign-On bonus based on experience

Full Time

Shift: Days

Support and assist the development of the Rehabilitation Program area(s) assigned and for the provision of Speech Therapy services. Rehabilitation Services at Desert Regional Medical Center include the provision of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to patients on acute units, the Skilled Nursing Facility and in the Outpatient Program. This program provides services to include wound care, orthopedic, and neuro-rehab. Access to all Patient Health Information for treatment purposes only.

Performs evaluations, planning, and treatment of patients in a timely manner.

Document accurately, clearly, legibly, timely (the day of treatment) within the scope of practice. This will include evaluations, progress notes, reports and calls to Physicians, prescription updates, checking for authorization approvals prior to treatment and accurate charges, completing all necessary chart information to ensure accurate information for care and reimbursement.

Report all possible overtime activity to the Rehab manager for approval prior to accepting the assignment. Participate in rotation of self-directed work team scheduling.

Participate in assigned self-directed work team projects.

Provide for the age specific care through integration of the patient's developmental stages in the life span through attendance of in-services internal and /or external. Prepares equipment and therapy treatment sites for safe and clean provision of services.

Prepare, utilize, return supplies and equipment in a safe and cost efficient manner.

Communicates equipment problems promptly and performs monthly equipment safety inspections as assigned and reports findings to the supervising therapist or self-directed team leader.

Assists with scheduling of patient and with awareness of the patient needs if receiving multiple therapy interventions. Valid California Speech Pathology LicensureExcellent communication and documentation skills.Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS

Desert Regional Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Desert Regional Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Job Category Allied Health

Job Schedule Full time

Job Shift Day

Locations Desert Regional Medical Center (On-site)

Assignment Category Full Time

Pay Range $42.93 - $66.52 hourly **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's qualifications and experience

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