SPEECH THERAPIST, PHYSICAL THERAPY
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Preston Memorial Hospital, located in beautiful Kingwood, WV, less than 30 miles from Morgantown, WV, is a rural hospital with vision, diversity, stability and a future. At PMH, we have one simple mission: To enhance the health of the communities we serve, one person at a time. Our 300 plus dedicated and caring employees are encouraged to employ their talents and abilities to solve any challenge faced by our patients and the surrounding community.While many hospitals, especially rural hospitals, are closing because of ever declining reimbursement for the services they provide, Preston Memorial Hospital continues to get stronger by offering new programs, new services, and operating more efficiently. Besides providing excellent healthcare services, Preston Memorial also is a strong contributor to the county's economic status as it is the third largest employer in Preston County.POSITION SUMMARY Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates speech therapy services provided to patients and their families. Has the training and ability to care for adult, geriatric, adolescents, children and on a limited basis, infants. Possesses the ability to remain flexible to provide coverage between outpatient, inpatient and aquatic care based on clinical needPerforms evaluations and develops effective patient treatment plans to restore, maintain or prevent decline of patient function, by planning and administering medical prescribed therapy treatment in accordance with federal, state and professional standards governing the treatment location.Assess, diagnose, treat, and help to prevent disorders related to speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSo Baccalaureate degree from a credentialed school of speech-language pathology is required.o Master's degree in speech-language is preferred.o Currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the State of West Virginia is required.o Knowledge of professional speech therapy theory and practice. Ability to manage multiple patient care issues simultaneously.o Ability to carry out prescribed orders from physiciansEXPERIENCEo CPR certification is required or must be obtained within the first 30 days of employmento Ability to utilize general computer programming such as Microsoft Word and flexibility to learn hospital-based computer programming for patient documentationo Will demonstrate a broad working knowledge of multiple patient types and treatment techniques