Job Posting
Speech and Occupational Therapy - PRN
Position Summary:
The Speech and Occupational Therapist will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with speech or language disorders, formulate individualized treatment programs, will provide diagnostic evaluations and treatment to assigned patients, and help patients reach maximum performance level and to use skills learned to the fullest to function in the community within the limits of their capabilities.
Immediate Supervisor :
The Director of Physical Therapy provides supervision.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides consultation in areas such as environmental design, adaptive equipment, proper positioning of patients.
Assesses the needs of patients with speech or language disorders and matches their needs with programs
Administers and writes evaluations of assigned patients in accordance with departmental standards and procedures.
Maintains timely and accurate patient records and reports.
Designs and administers treatment programs to increase patients' levels of functioning. Uses therapeutic exercises and activities to improve or maintain strength, range of motion, and fine-motor coordination. Instructs patients in adapted techniques and the use of adaptive equipment for meal preparation, home management, dressing, feeding, and other self-care skills.
Special skills required include professional demeanor, be customer service motivated and be able to communicate effectively with patients, family, and healthcare personnel.
Education, Knowledge and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy required.
Master's degree in speech pathology preferred
Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association required.
State license as a speech pathologist required.
One year of experience preferred.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Strong customer service orientation.
Excellent Benefits for Full Time employees,
with shift differentials offered to all positions on night shifts and weekends.
Benefits include PTO/EIB, RETIREMENT, HEALTH/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE, and LIFE INSURANCE
History:
Ward Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed critical access facility providing healthcare services to Ward County and 14 surrounding counties in the area. The hospital has served residents of Ward County since 1956.
The hospital features a Level IV trauma designated emergency room, in addition to a wide range of medical services including laboratory, radiology, general surgery, sleep wellness center, respiratory therapy and cardiac/pulmonary rehab, rheumatology, physical therapy, and two rural health clinics.
Ward Memorial Hospital is committed to providing primary and certain specialty services with high quality of care, concern and dedication to the improvement of our facility. We invite you to join our progressive team where you will be challenged yet rewarded.
Mission Statement :
The Mission of Ward Memorial Hospital is to provide compassionate, high quality care and education as a partner in your health and wellness.
Vision Statement:
Ward Memorial Hospital's Vision is to have highly satisfied patients who received excellent healthcare from exceptional providers, employees, and facilities.
Core Values of our facility :
Do the right thing
Teamwork and trust
Have a passion for Excellence!
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer :
Ward Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and affords equal opportunity to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.
Additional Information
Position Type : Pool/PRN/Per Diem
Shift : Day
Contact Information
Jacee Carter - HR/Administrative Assistant
406 S. Gary Ave.
Monahans, TX 79756
Email: jcarter@wardmemorial.com
Phone: (432) 943-2511
Fax: (432) 943-9415 |
