SPEECH THERAPIST, Per Diem

Responsibilities

This Speech Therapist opportunityis per diem with a convenient flexible schedule

Northern Nevada Health System – Sierra Medical Center is a 200-bed tertiary care located in south Reno, Nevada. Our new full-service facility presents an awesome opportunity for nurses to help build, grow, and develop Sierra Medical Center into an acute care force in the within the broader Reno, NV community. Come join us and “Elevate Your Nursing Career” at Sierra Medical Center.

Benefits for full and part time positions:

Challenging & rewarding work environment
Competitive compensation & generous paid time off
Excellent medical, dental, vision & prescription drug plans
401K with company match and discounted stock plan
Education reimbursement

Tuition Repayment Program

HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses

Career development opportunities across UHS and it's 300+ locations

If you would like to learn more about the opportunity, please contact Jennifer Donald @ jennifer-donald@uhsinc.com

Job Description: Responsible for administration and direct application of speech/language pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician. Evaluates, plans, directs and treats all patients referred to speech/language pathology treatments to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury. Assists patients to obtain maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine “normal” life within the constraints of their disability. Participates in performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Assures personal competency. Provides information related to departmental budget considerations in relationship to speech pathology needs for optimum patient care and service. Assists in scheduling of patient visits for speech pathology evaluation and treatment. Performs some administrative duties at the delegation of the director of rehabilitation services. Participates in infection control, safety and educational programs, both in the department and on an organizational basis.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

• Holds a masters degree from an approved college or school of speech/language pathology.
• Current State Licensure in Speech Pathology (as Speech Pathologist).
• Current BLS certification.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

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About Northern Nevada Health System

At Northern Nevada Health System we are devoted to the highest caliber of personalized care. Whatever your area of expertise, this is the place for you to thrive and continue your professional development. Be part of the healthcare system that is elevating healthcare … and elevating your career.

NNHS encompasses Northern Nevada Medical Center—including its ER at McCarran NW, the ER at Spanish Springs and the ER at Damonte Ranch — along with Sierra Medical Center, an extension of Northern Nevada Medical Center, Northern Nevada Medical Group, and Quail Surgical Center.

Voted in the top 100 best places to live three years in a row, Reno has something for everyone. A bustling downtown, eclectic restaurant scene, and abundant outdoor activities make the Reno-Sparks-Tahoe area a top destination.