Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care

Welcome to Legacy Health, where we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients. We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join our Acute Care team. As a Speech Language Pathologist at Legacy Health, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse population of patients in a fast-paced and challenging environment. We are looking for someone who is driven, empathetic, and has a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. If you have a desire to grow and excel in your career while helping others, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Conduct thorough assessments and evaluations to determine the communication and swallowing needs of patients.
2. Develop individualized treatment plans to address speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
3. Implement evidence-based interventions and techniques to improve patients' communication and swallowing abilities.
4. Monitor and document progress of patients throughout their treatment.
5. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients.
6. Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies to improve communication and swallowing.
7. Stay current with advancements and changes in the field of speech language pathology.
8. Adhere to all ethical and professional standards set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
9. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care.
10. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
11. Advocate for patients' needs and rights.
12. Flexibility to work with a diverse population of patients with varying needs.
13. Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
14. Demonstrate empathy and compassion towards patients and their families.
15. Continuously strive to improve and grow in the field of speech language pathology.
16. Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures.
17. Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
18. Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
19. Actively contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment.
20. Support the mission and values of Legacy Health and uphold the commitment to providing exceptional care to patients.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care in Portland, OR, USA is between $83,000 and $96,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and specific job responsibilities.

Legacy Health is a non-profit hospital system located in Portland, Oregon, United States. It consists of six primary-care hospitals, a children's hospital, and allied clinics and outpatient facilities. The system employs about 14,000 staff members, and is the second-largest system in the Portland metro area, after the Providence Health System.