Rehabilitation Therapy - Speech Therapist

Job description

Details

Client Name

Ethel Lund Medical Center

Job Type

Permanent

Offering

Allied

Profession

Allied

Specialty

SLP

Job ID

Job Title

Rehabilitation Therapy - Speech Therapist

Shift Details

Shift

8:00AM - 5:00PM x 5

Scheduled Hours

40

Job Order Details

Start Date

09/02/2026

Duration

0

Job Description

Job Title: SLP

Location: Juneau, Alaska

Schedule: 8:00AM - 5:00PM x 5

Term: Permanent

Salary : $ - $

Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a SLP for a permanent assignment in Juneau, Alaska.

Responsibilities for a SLP:

• Provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) evaluations and treatments in the Rehabilitation Services Department with a focus on impacting patients' functional abilities

• Perform assessments, evaluations, identify therapy diagnoses, formulate therapy treatment plans with goals, and implement SLP treatments for patients across a wide range of ages and diagnoses

• Serve as the primary therapy provider to implement, supervise, and modify therapy plans of care based on patient response to optimize outcomes

• Review clinical records and case histories to inform treatment planning

• Attend care conferences, regular meetings/rounds, and maintain contact with referring providers, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals to review patient status and individual needs

• Collaborate with team members to ensure appropriate medical equipment is arranged and care plans are established prior to patient discharge

• Document patient encounter findings and treatments including diagnoses, treatment plans, recommendations, and prognoses in accordance with hospital and/or Home Health policies

• Provide services in a timely manner after receipt of referral in both in-patient and out-patient settings

• Direct the work of support staff, students, or interns as needed

• Develop, implement, and conduct patient education and therapy programs based on patient and/or family needs

• Provide patients and families with home exercise programs to achieve the fullest rehabilitative potential

• Advise patients and family members in methods that facilitate self-care and independence, demonstrating sensitivity to cross-cultural issues

• Perform therapy services in community settings including community clinics, senior centers, home assessments, and other collaborative efforts

• Conduct home assessments to evaluate patients' living arrangements, use of Durable Medical Equipment, and implementation of therapy plans in the home environment

• Participate in video conferencing for training, patient encounters, and administrative duties with off-site locations

• Travel occasionally to remote locations by boat or small plane, which may involve multi-day trips in inclement or harsh weather

• Assist senior staff in administrative matters, clinic operations, and specialty/research areas as appropriate

• Utilize hospital computer systems to obtain patient information, keep abreast of hospital directives, and participate in the timely and efficient flow of information

• Provide summaries of results, statistics, and metrics as required by management

• Assist with the acquisition and fitting of durable medical equipment/devices based on patient needs

• Maintain supply stocks and clinical areas at acceptable levels

• Remain current in specific billing procedures and mechanisms (Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payers) to aid in reimbursement of services and equipment

• Maintain cleanliness of clinical space

• Educate staff on SLP issues and educate patients/families with therapeutic exercises, activities, and equipment

• Assist in committee and management duties within and representing the Rehabilitation Services Department as requested

• Provide therapy consultation, presentations, and in-service training to medical staff, consultants, and other interdisciplinary healthcare personnel

• Participate in continuing education as a learner or teacher to keep current with therapy procedures and techniques

• Adhere to the regulatory and practice standards of Speech-Language Pathology as set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

• Follow all confidentiality and quality assurance standards

• Maintain current BLS certification

• Obtain and maintain CCC-SLP certification within the first year of employment

• Maintain valid State of Alaska licensure in the field of Speech-Language Pathology

• Maintain a current and valid Alaska Driver's License

• Complete Clinical Competency assessment within 3 months of hire and every three years thereafter

• Complete High Risk Competency assessment within 3 months of hire and annually thereafter

• Perform other duties or activities as assigned

Benefits for a SLP:

Salary: $ - $

Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team

Referral Bonus up to $1,500

Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job.

Client Details

Address

1200 Salmon Creek Lane

City

Juneau

State

AK

Zip Code

99801

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Worksite address

juneau, AK, 99812, US

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