Home Health- Speech and Language Pathologist

Yale New Haven Health; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Connecticut is looking for a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist to perform diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology and at least two years of experience in a clinical setting. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, and maintaining documentation in the EMR. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively are essential. A current license to practice in CT is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years as a clinical speech-language pathologist in a large medical center-based practice preferred.
• Clinical experience with various diagnoses including post-surgical, developmental, neurological, genetic, oncologic, and traumatic.
• Home care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and analyzes results to diagnose disorders.
• Recommends and conducts appropriate rehabilitation interventions.
• Counsels patient and family on intervention plans.
• Writes reports on diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures in the EMR.
• Attends department in-services.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplines

Strong computer skills

Adaptable and flexible

Critical thinking skills

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Responsible for performance of all speech-language, communicative, and swallowing diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures; specifically, conducts evaluations and analyzes the results to diagnose the disorder; recommends and conducts appropriate rehabilitation intervention; counsels the patient and family (as approved by the patient) as to the current status of the patient and plans appropriate intervention to address the specific needs of the patient; writes reports on all diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures in the EMR.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• Clinical
  • Able to interpret physician referrals to perform basic clinical evaluations.
• Educational
  • Attends department in‑services.
• Administration
  • Complies with health system and Department Policies and Procedures.
• Clinical Supervision
  • Participates in regular meetings with supervisor and/or team leader and reports pertinent information on a timely basis.
• Human Relations Skills
  • Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsive, and courteous health system environment.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology; Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology completed.

Experience

Minimum of two (2) years as a clinical speech‑language pathologist in a large medical center‑based practice preferred. Experience working with children and/or adults, depending on the assigned setting. Clinical experience with a variety of diagnoses to include post‑surgical, developmental, neurological, genetic, oncologic, and traumatic. Home care experience is preferred.

Licensure

Must maintain a current unrestricted license to practice as a Speech‑Language Pathologist in CT. A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance are required when using a personal vehicle for company business. Access to a dependable vehicle in order to travel to multiple stops a day. CPR certification is required and must be maintained. Candidates who do not have certification are required to obtain it within 3 months (90 days) of hire.

Special Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplines.
• Must be adaptable, flexible, able to learn quickly, and use critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills.

Physical Demands

Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing. Requires exposure to blood and body fluids, hazardous materials and communicable diseases.