Speech Pathologist-Outpatient- Guilford- Full Time

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is a health system dedicated exclusively to medical rehabilitation. We provide inpatient and outpatient care for people at every point in their journey from illness or injury to the most advanced state of recovery they can achieve. Our Mission: To enhance health, maximize function, and transform lives. Our values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. These values guide us in providing quality patient care and transforming the lives of our patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIIES (Performance Appraisal Competencies)

• Provides direct patient care (evaluation and treatment).


• Selects appropriate testing procedures and performs them in a competent and timely manner


• Takes cultural diversity and population specific issues into consideration and utilizes this knowledge in the delivery of patient care


• Involves patient and significant others in the development of appropriate long term goals and short term goals and provides an accurate estimation of time needed to reach those projected goals.


• Prioritizes, modifies and progresses treatment, goals and time needed appropriately in response to patient needs and response to care


• Anticipates needs of each patient’s discharge including equipment, outpatient and clinic referrals, and patient/significant other training and education


• Appropriately schedules patients based on needs and level of service


• Meets productivity standards as assigned.


• Utilizes proper safety techniques and observations regarding self, each patient, their significant others and the environment.


• Exemplifies patient centered care as a priority (i.e. timeliness to each session, accommodation of patient personal preference).

2. Performs appropriate written communication.

• Completes written evaluations within specifications for timeliness.  Information should be accurate, concise, legible and complete.


• Completes progress, interim, and daily documentation in accordance with department and hospital standards.  Updates progression towards goal attainment and identifies variances to goal attainment which includes a plan for treatment.


• Provides up to date documentation of therapy goals, treatment tasks/regimens to support staff and to staff providing sick or PTO coverage. (i.e. treatment cards and goal sheets)


• Provides prescriptions for recommend equipment and referrals in a timely manner


• Completes billing procedures accurately and within the allotted time frames

3. Interacts appropriately through clinical communication

• Interacts with other therapists, support staff, medical personnel, nursing, care management, etc., to ensure that adequate feedback is provided


• Practices effective 2 way communication with patients, hospital staff, listens openly, shares information, and asks questions as appropriate


• Reports appropriately at patient focused meetings including team, TTC’s, and family meetings


• Keeps supervisor informed of clinical issues, problems or concerns related to job role.


• Resolves conflicts appropriately and seeks help from supervisor, as appropriate


• Proactive communication for therapists and assistants in communicating goal revision, treatment planning, LOS, room changes, need for discharge evaluation, etc.

4. Acts in a professional manner & demonstrates Expertise.

• Complies with the Gaylord Hospital Code of Ethical Behavior and the Code of Ethics established by the discipline’s professional organization. Complies with state and federal law regarding practice of specific profession


• Complies with all department and hospital policies and procedures.


• Participates in department performance improvement initiatives, goals, and risk management projects


• Presents self appropriately in relation to position and job function


• Assists with departmental coverage needs, as appropriate.


• Is knowledgeable about new techniques and trends in profession


• Provides, participates and attends inservices, rounds and continuing education pursuits.


• Exemplifies the principles of financial stewardship while carrying out there daily role and responsibilities.

5. Exhibits IT IS ICARE Values

• Innovation: Embracing creativity and new ideas to improve processes and outcomes.


• Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with others to achieve shared goals and objectives.


• Inclusion: Fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and supported.


• Safety: Prioritizing the well-being and security of patients, individuals and communities.


• Integrity: Acting with honesty and transparency in all interactions and decisions.


• Compassion: Showing empathy and kindness towards others, especially in challenging situations.


• Accountability: Taking responsibility for actions and outcomes, ensuring reliability and trust.


• Respect: Treating others with dignity and consideration, valuing their perspectives and contributions.


• Excellence: Striving for the highest quality in performance and achievements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Connecticut Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) license


• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology


• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience

SCHEDULE:

• Full time- 40 hours per week- Monday through Friday 

BENEFITS TO WORKING AT GAYLORD INCLUDE:  

• Voted top 100 workplaces in CT in 2021, 2022, and 2023!


• Certified Great Place to Work 2024, 2025 and 2026!


• Competitive rate of pay & benefit packages


• State of the art technology and newly renovated nursing units with ceiling lifts


• Comprehensive orientation programs


• PCT Clinical Ladder advancement programs


• Tuition reimbursement & scholarship opportunities


• Free parking, beautiful & safe campus


• Comprehensive benefits package and generous PTO


• Extensive Reward & Recognition Programs


• Collaborative and supportive work environment


• Office of Integrative Medicine offerings to support our employees & patients

APPLY NOW & JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM OF CAREGIVERS!

We Are An Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V