Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care Rehab - Atrium Health Cleveland/Kings Mountain - PRN

Atrium Health; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to lead and implement rehabilitation programs. In this rewarding role, you will evaluate patients, create tailored care plans, and supervise a team of rehab technicians and students. Your expertise will help restore function and enhance patients' independence, making a significant impact in their recovery journey. Join a dynamic and fast-paced clinical environment where your contributions will be valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. If you are passionate about patient care and rehabilitation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and NC license required.
• BLS certification is mandatory per policy guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Directs activities of rehab staff and supervises care for patients.
• Evaluates patients and establishes care plans based on their needs.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Communication Skills

Documentation Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

NC license for Speech Language Pathology

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers programs of Speech Language Pathology, upon referral by a physician. Plans and conducts SLP to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence.

Essential Functions

• Directs and supervises activities of rehab technicians, speech-language pathology students, and volunteers involved in administering care to patients, and assists with orienting new and rotating staff.
• Evaluates patients and establishes appropriate patient care plans to include necessary modalities, procedures, exercise programs, and patient education as warranted by the patient's diagnosis and condition.
• Gathers and interprets appropriate data from the medical record, physician reports, patient, and/or family as evidenced by documentation and identifies the need for and utilizes appropriate assistive devices.
• Documents evaluations, tests, progress notes, daily treatment notes, attendance records, patient/family education, outcomes, discharge notes, and charges.
• Re-evaluates patients as needed, modifying goals and treatment as the patient's status changes.
• Communicates the patient's evaluation and subsequent progress to physicians, referral sources, and other clinical staff; coordinates the patient's schedule, treatment programs, discharge planning, and recommends solutions to patient care problems.

Physical Requirements

Hearing (corrected) adequate for oral/aural communication. Vision (corrected) adequate for reading. Intelligible speech and adequate language/cognitive skills to perform job duties. Sitting, standing, and walking required throughout the day. Job duties sometimes require climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, bending; on occasion, crouching, crawling, and reaching overhead. Lifting of patients, equipment, or supplies will be required up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers. Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, goggles, gowns, and masks are sometimes required due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids. Work is in a fast-paced clinical environment. The work environment is primarily indoors but occasionally outdoors.

Education, Experience, and Certifications

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology program required. NC license for Speech Language Pathology required. BLS required per policy guidelines.