Speech Lang. Pathologist - PRN

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have a Master of Science in Speech Pathology from an accredited college or university and certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech/Language Pathology granted by the Board of Examiners of the ASHA or be in the process of obtaining such certification.


2. Must have CPR/First Aid certifications or become certified in first 6 months of employment.


3. Must have effective verbal and written communications skills.


4. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word, Excel and Outlook. Working knowledge of EHR systems is preferred.


5. Must have the ability to adapt to changing organization needs and work flexible client/resident scheduling capability to meet needs. Takes appropriate risks (actions) in responding to “customer’s needs”. Responds to changing needs without excessive need for set rules or procedures.


6. Must have excellent organization and verbal and written communication skills, be dependable, patient, and flexible. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity.

ESSENTIONAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES and ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Consistently achieves established productivity goals


2. Professional Standards: Demonstrates the ability to respond with tact and proper conduct when dealing with residents, the public, families, physicians and fellow employees.


3. Provide/give support to residents and significant others, including establishing a rapport, in order to counsel residents and significant others concerning the condition and treatment of the resident.


4. Ability to conduct and interpret appropriate speech, cognitive, memory, and/or swallowing assessments and standardized test in accordance with current best practice standards.


5. Suggests referrals to other disciplines as needed and accepts referrals from other discipline.


6. Conduct informal conferences with residents, their caregivers/families, and other treatment team members as needed.


7. Demonstrates an awareness of resident needs.


8. Strives to achieve and maintain productivity goals and works with director to achieve these goals.


9. Completes all treatment calendars and reports to a timely manner.


10. Organizes and prioritizes work so that deadlines and schedule are met.


11. Completes all assigned/required resident care activities before leaving for the day.


12. Maintain/develop a high level of skills and competency in the field of speech language pathology in order to incorporate new skills and technology into the duties of this position including maintaining licensure and certifications and attending/participating in required departmental and organizational meetings or training.


13. Develop/implement treatment plans in order to provide resident with appropriate plan of therapy care. Modifies and updates treatment methods when necessary. Re-evaluate treatment plans accurately at appropriate intervals. Discontinue therapy as indicated. Establishes home/unit programs when appropriate.


14. Assures a safe environment and reduces risks for residents, staff, and visitors. Recognizes and reports safety/risk issues. Alerts staff appropriately when precautionary measures are needed concerning a particular resident.


15. Maintains the appropriate clinic records in accordance with department procedures and follows department quality assurance standards.


16. Be able to effectively communicate with and motivate residents and employees around meeting their personalized therapy, fitness, and wellness goals. Monitor individual’s progress on goals with appropriate documentation.


17. Monitors and follows procedures to maintain the Saint John’s facilities safety, cleanliness, and excellent appearance.


18. Assures that resident/employee rights are maintained at all times.  Reports any violations or suspected deviations immediately, according to Saint John’s policy.


19. Maintains confidentiality of all department and organization information.


20. Knows and follows existing lines of communication and authority.


21. Ability to maintain a person-first focus, treating others with respect and integrity.