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As a per diem Speech Language Pathologist in Acute Therapy at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, Ca, you will have comprehensive knowledge of assessment and intervention techniques in a medical physical disabilities setting.
What will you be doing?
Perform evaluationsDemonstrate appropriate treatment interventions and strategiesComplete discharge planning for patientsKnowledge and experience with bedside swallow evaluations and cognitive/communication evaluationsThe Therapist-Per Diem is considered employed on an at-will basis with no guarantee of scheduled hours. Scheduling is done based on staffing need and availability. The Therapist-Per Diem staff member is expected to be available a minimum of 16 hours per month.QualificationsEducation Requirements:Graduate of an accredited SLP programLicense/Certification Requirements:Valid and current license as a SLP in the state of CaliforniaBasic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red CrossWhat will set you apart? (Preferred Skills/Qualifications):Minimum of 1 year of experience as a practicing therapist; preferably in an acute care setting. Experience working with the electronic health record preferred.Physical Demands:Able to push, pull, lift or carry 0-35 pounds on an intermittent basis;Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat consistently in order to safely administer manual exercises and techniques;Able to assist patient with physical activities such as transfers, bed mobility, and ambulation.Able to identify need for an arrange assistance to maintain safe techniques.
Req ID : 7541
Working Title : Speech Pathologist - Acute Therapy - Per Diem
Department : Speech Therapy IP
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Therapy / Rehab
Job Specialty : Speech Therapy
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $59.50 - $60.49