Speech Language Pathologist-PRN

Rivetus Rehabilitation; Muskegon (MI); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive Pay

401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service

Zusammenfassung

Rivetus Rehabilitation in Muskegon seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide services for patients with cognitive and communicative dysfunctions. This role includes conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, and assessing patients' progress. You will adhere to ASHA standards and collaborate with healthcare professionals.

The candidate must possess a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, hold ASHA certification, and be licensed in Michigan. Benefits include competitive pay and 401k matching after three months.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Speech‑Language Pathology.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence required.
• Licensure as required by the State of Michigan.

Aufgaben

• Conduct screenings and evaluations for speech-language pathology.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Assess effects of treatment on an ongoing basis.
• Confere with physician for integrated healthcare.
• Document to maintain quality of the medical record.
• Participate in patient conferences.

Kenntnisse

Initiative and flexibility in work environment

Ability to exercise professional judgement

Ability to react effectively to patient needs

Physical ability to exert force up to 20 pounds

Ausbildung

Master's Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology

ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence

Licensure required by the State of Michigan

Jobbeschreibung

Location

Muskegon-1061 West Hackley Avenue, Muskegon, MI 48441

Schedule

PRN/Contingent

General Summary

In this role you will provide speech‑language pathology services to patients impaired by cognitive/communicative or swallowing dysfunction, including assessment, treatment planning and implementation of treatment plans. You will complete appropriate documentation and adhere to policies, procedures, applicable licensure laws, and current standards of clinical practice.

Your Responsibilities

• Conduct speech‑language pathology screenings and evaluations to determine patient cognitive/communicative and/or swallowing status using standardized tests and measures.
• Develop and implement treatment plans to reach patients' highest potential for independence consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) in order to improve and maintain function and to reach patients' highest potential for independence.
• Assess effects of treatment on an ongoing basis and modify the patient's plan to achieve maximum benefit.
• Check, instruct, assign and review the work of CFY as assigned and in accordance with ASHA standards.
• Confere with physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revision in treatment program and integrate speech therapy treatment with other aspects of patient's health care.
• Provide documentation to maintain quality of the medical record as it relates to accuracy, continuity of care and reimbursement guidelines.
• Participate, as requested, in patient and family care conferences.
• Educate and instruct patient and family/caregiver(s) in treatment procedures to be continued when not in therapy or as a home exercise program.
• Participate in Quality Assurance activities as directed by Agency Administrator, and/or site‑specific Director of Therapy.
• Promote current standards of clinical practice through participation in internal and external continuing education, in‑service programs and certifications sponsored by the agency.
• Participate in new program development to expand the clinical services of the rehabilitation agency.
• Participate in agency meetings and additional activities as directed to facilitate effective agency operations.

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited program
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Licensure as required by the State of Michigan

Skills and Abilities

• Initiative and flexibility in work environment
• Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative when analyzing problems and recommending solutions.
• Ability to react effectively to the needs of patients and their families.
• Physical ability to exert force up to 20 pounds.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• 401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service.