Speech Pathologist

 

Position Summary:

Diagnoses and treats speech and language problems, and engages in scientific study of human communication.

 

PRN (As Needed) - Day Shift

 

Responsibilities:

Evaluates speech and language skills as related to educational, medical, social, and psychological factors
Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems of organic and nonorganic etiology
Expected to meet certain state licensing requirements
Typically reports to a manager or director
Performs other related duties as assigned
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

 

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Speech Pathology required
Certification with the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) required OR will obtain upon completion of Clinical Fellowship Year
Current State of Idaho Speech Language Pathologist Licensure required OR temporary SLP Provisional Permit
Minimum of 1-year experience with adult and or pediatric neurologically impaired patient population preferred
   

Working Conditions:

Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
Typical equipment used in a clinical job
Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment

 

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence.

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you: 

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.   Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it  Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.   Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials  An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching   Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more  Robust and interactive employee referral program 

And much more!

 

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you! 

  

Apply today! Please reach out to Alex Cronnelly at acronnelly@kh.org or Front Desk at 208-625-4620 with any questions.  

  

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.