Speech Language Pathologist

JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the evaluation, treatment, education, consultation, records and reports as required. The Speech Therapist assesses the status of a patient, determines etiology and symptoms, and plans and executes treatment and goals in Speech Therapy. This is coordinated with the total medical treatment plan for the patient. 

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Certificate of or eligible for Certification of Clinical Competence from the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association.
• Current state license as a Speech and Language Pathologist in the state of practice, as required.
• Must provide vitae of training and experience accompanied by letters of recommendation. Shall have the ability to perform services with relative independence.
• Ability to lift patients using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of an eight (8) hour day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds dead weight alone.
• Ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during an eight (8) hour day/shift.
• Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to monitor patient needs and to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and provide directions.
• Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
• Fine motor skills for legible and accurate writing of reports, charting, scheduling daily correspondence and presentations, either manually or through the use of dictation equipment. Fine motor skills for effective and efficient handling of diagnostic or therapeutic equipment.
• Ability to participate in sustained activity for up to three and one-half (3.5) hours at a time. 
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Must possess good communication skills and be able to relate professionally and positively to patients, patients family members and staff.
• All local health regulations must be met and pass a pre-employment physical exam if required.
• Must be capable of performing the Essential Job Functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Maintains patient’s confidence and keeping information confidential as per HIPAA guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITES: 

• Meets the patient’s goals and needs and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results: determining speech and language pathology treatment plans in consultation with physicians, and by prescription. Help patients accomplish treatment plan and secures necessary assistive equipment/supplies for patients to facilitate independence.
• Administers speech-language pathology treatments according to a treatment plan approved by the attending physician.
• Evaluates effect of speech-language pathology treatments by observing, noting and evaluating patient’s progress: providing necessary treatment plan modifications.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient’s records according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines. Records daily treatment charges. Maintains patient confidence and keeps information confidential.
• Protects patients and associates by adhering to infection control policies and protocols. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with department procedures, rules and regulations.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and establishing personal networks. Develops and conducts in-service training programs for staff as indicated.
• Secures necessary equipment aids and supplies for patients to facilitate independence as indicated.
• Keeps current, up-to-date charts and reports on each patient as established by Federal and State regulations and facility/agency policies and procedures.
• Completes and submits required paperwork in an efficient and timely manner.
• Complies with federal, state and local and professional requirements.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Physical and sensory requirements (with or without aid or mechanical devices): Mobility, ability to see and hear, ability to read and write, ability to communicate to personnel, and ability to remain calm under stress.
• Responsible for materials and equipment that is borrowed from the agency, as well as responsible for utilization of facility equipment.
• Meets with family members of patients when need indicates to provide continuing feedback and updates of patient care and progress.
• Works with ST students, new graduates as the need arises.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• No weekends

License/Certification:

• Speech Language Pathology License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Type: Full-time