ART THERAPY CAREER CENTER

Overview

St. Luke's Health System in Caldwell, Idaho is seeking an Occupational Therapist OR Speech Language Pathology who specializes in feeding to join our Outpatient Pediatric Therapy Team!

This role will have the unique structure of being able to treat patients at 2 of our 5 dedicated pediatric therapy clinics in the Boise/Treasure Valley area.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing comprehensive evaluation including, but not limited to, collecting subjective and objective data, analysis of data, and creation of treatment plan.
• Administers interventions consistent with treatment plan based on evidence based best practice, provider protocol and governing standards.
• Follows policies and procedures in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements.
• Document care based on standards of practice, patient acuity and/or clinical priorities.
• Maintain professional relationships and convey relevant information to other members of the healthcare team within facility and any applicable referral agencies.
• Maintain patient confidence and protects organization operations by keeping information confidential.
• Independently manages the care of patients with conditions common to the unit/area of assignment. Exercises initiative and independent judgment. Manages caseload and maintains productivity standards for unit consistently.
• Serve as clinical mentor, as appropriate.
• Direct the work of aides and assistants, as appropriate.
• Identifies opportunities for program improvement and seeks appropriate guidance for implementing change.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Degree from an accredited speech therapy or occupational therapy program.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid license or provisional permit to practice speech therapy OR valid license to practice occupational therapy in Idaho. Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualificaitons Prior pediatric feeding experience

Why St. Luke's

A strong, talented staff is at the heart of St. Luke's Health System. We are the state's largest employer with more than 15,000 employees and a medical staff of more than 1,800 physicians and advanced practice providers. We're proud of our people who deliver skilled, compassionate care every day, and are looking to add dedicated individuals who will continue this same tradition of excellence.

About Caldwell, Idaho

The city of Caldwell is the 6th largest city in Idaho with a population of 55,000. Caldwell is the entrance to the picturesque Treasure Valley and is located on the beautiful Boise River, just 30 minutes from downtown Boise. Agriculture continues to be a strength in and around Caldwell, however diversity of the business community is rapidly developing. A community full of friendly people and great things to do. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with excellent fishing, hiking and bicycling. Caldwell is also home of College of Idaho and the Caldwell Night Rodeo.

Learn more about what Caldwell has to offer you:

Caldwell Parks and Rec | Babby Farms Exotic Petting Zoo | Whittenberger Planetarium | Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History | Local Farmers Market | Winter Wonderland Festival | Indian Creek Festival

*St. Luke's is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.