Speech and Language Pathologist

Job Requirements

A Day in the Life of a Speech and Language Pathologist

Apply appropriate principles, methods, and procedures in order to provide speech, language, cognitive voice, aural and dysphagia measurement, testing, evaluation, prediction, treatment, counseling and instruction to patients based on age-specific needs and expected outcomes.

Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?

• Employer Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 403(b) and 457(b) retirement options with 4% employer match
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• ANCC Magnet Hospital
• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Dedicated Loan Forgiveness Advisory Service

Here is What You Will Be Doing

• Evaluates patient level of function for communication and gross hearing for speech and/or cognitive- linguistic or swallowing efficiency utilizing field-accepted and/or standardized test materials appropriate for the patient’s response pattern.
• Develops a plan for care in conjunction with physicians, interdisciplinary team members and the patient and family addressing needs which include but are not limited to receptive and expressive language skills, cognition, speech production, voice disorders, laryngeal speech, fluency, dysphagia, and augmentative communication.
• Implements the treatment in accordance with the evaluation and treatment plan.
• Educates the patient, family, and interdisciplinary team concerning the speech therapy program.
• Maintains records and reports in accordance with agency policy. Keeps accurate and up to date records and attends interdisciplinary meetings to update the plan of care.
• Coordinates treatment activity with other disciplines and team members which includes participation in clinical staffing and provides/seeks input to/from others on patient care.
• Attends Physical Rehabilitation Services meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings, as indicated for patient coordination.

Desired Skills

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge and skill to promote excellence in patient services, community outreach and professional growth through continuing education
• Ability to function independently and on an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to work as a team player and serve as a role model
• Ability to perform necessary calculation and interpret data used in patient treatments
• Ability to interact respectfully with diverse cultural socioeconomic populations

Here is What You Need

• Master's degree or higher in speech language pathology or related field
• License (must meet one of the following):
• Current Full Wyoming Speech/Language Pathologist License from the Wyoming State Board of Speech Pathologists and Audiologists
• Current Provisional Wyoming Speech/Language Pathologist License from the Wyoming State Board of Speech Pathologists and Audiologists with Full License acquired within two (2) years of start date
• 14 Days: Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within fourteen (14) calendar days of start date
• Home Health:
• Valid USA driver’s license
• Must have clean driving record that follows Cheyenne Regional Medical Center’s driving guidelines

Nice to Have

• Prior experience

About Cheyenne Regional:

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of I ntegrity, Cari n g, Compa s sion, Res p ect, Serv i ce, Teamwo r k and E xcellence to great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!