Speech Language Pathology Pool (PRN, Lynchburg General Hospital)

The Speech Pathologist evaluates and treats patients to maintain or restore patients to their maximum functional performance level and completes discharge planning.

Evaluates and develops plan of care according to American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) guidelines

Administers speech-language pathology treatments appropriate to diagnosis and to ASHA guidelines

Completes discharge planning according to ASHA guidelines by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers; contributing to patient care conferences

Documents and charges for patient care services by charting in patient and department records according to federal, state, and local regulations

Protects patients, employees, and visitors by promoting infection-control and safety policies and protocols

Meets productivity standards

Ensures operation of equipment, follows manufacturer's instructions; troubleshoots malfunctions and reports the need for repair to supervisor

Supervises Rehab Aides, other support staff, and students

Other duties as assigned

Required Education: Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders

Preferred Experience: Hospital-based experience

Required Certifications and Licensures: Licensed by the Virginia Department of Health Professions. Possess Certificate of Clinical Competence. Member of American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Salary Range: $55 / Hour