Speech Language Pathologist - Rehabilitation - Full Time/Days - Req#1996802678

Antelope Valley Hospital; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join their Rehabilitation Services team. In this vital role, you will assess patients' speech and swallowing abilities, develop tailored treatment plans, and ensure effective communication with healthcare professionals. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing patient care and recovery, while adhering to high standards of confidentiality and professionalism. This position offers a collaborative environment where you can make a meaningful impact on patients' lives. If you are passionate about helping others and possess strong communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and a California state license.
• One year of acute care clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts speech and swallow evaluations and develops treatment programs.
• Maintains patient records and communicates with referring physicians.
• Participates in departmental meetings and performance improvement.

Skills

Speech Language Pathology

Communication Skills

Patient Care

Medical Terminology

Interpersonal Skills

Education

MA or MS in Speech Language Pathology

Tools

Hospital Information System (HIS)

Job description

Job Objective :

Reporting to the Director of Rehabilitation Services, provides for the carrying out of patient referrals under the general direction of the referring physician to support the Direction of Rehabilitation Services, the Physical Therapy Supervisor and the Rehabilitation Services Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Provision of Patient Care

1. Performs speech and swallow evaluations as ordered by a physician.
2. Based on the evaluation, develops treatment programs with appropriate treatment objectives which are mutually agreed upon by the patient and the physician.
3. Provides for the implementation of proper treatment programs through themselves or through supervision of a physical therapy assistant or aide.
4. Periodically evaluates the patient's response to treatment and alters the program as appropriate with the physician's approval.
5. Administers standard diagnostic or prognostic tests of speech, swallowing and cognitive functional ability.

B. Communication

1. Maintains appropriate patient records including the initial evaluation, daily treatment charting, progress reports, and discharge summary in the patient's medical record.
2. Documentation on the Multidisciplinary Care Plan and Teaching.
3. Communicates effectively verbally and with written communications to referring physicians.
4. Provides timely and accurate billing information specific to patient interventions.
5. Maintains effective relationships with physicians, physician's offices, other departments within the hospital, coworkers and patients.

C. Administrative

1. Maintains patient and employee confidentiality.
2. Maintains adequate attendance and punctuality.
3. Maintains a professional appearance and good personal hygiene.
4. Participation in departmental staff meetings as deemed appropriate by the Director of Rehabilitation Services.
5. Demonstration of proper safety practices in the clinic and on the hospital premises.
6. Participation in the established weekend and holiday staffing.
7. Participation in the Performance Improvement process in the Rehabilitation Services.

Non-Essential Duties:

• Performance of housekeeping tasks in their work area.
• Participation in patient education and forms.
• Participation in continuing education for patients, hospital employees or outside entities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of the theory, techniques and practices of accepted speech language, cognitive and swallowing treatments for geriatric, adult, adolescent and child patients.
• Knowledge of the English language and possess good composition skills for the purposes of written communication.
• Knowledge of Antelope Valley Medical Center's hospital Information system (HIS).

Skills

• Accurate assessment of a patient's progress on the basis of judgmental criteria and measurable or verifiable criteria.
• Training of non-medical persons to assist with a patient's home program/management.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.

Abilities

• Communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with coworkers, managers, hospital staff, physicians, patients and outside customers.
• Collection and interpretation of data.

AVMC Values: All AVMC employees will effectively demonstrate these values:

• Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.
• Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.
• Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team.
• Integrity & Honesty – We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking.
• Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality.
• Initiative & Innovation – Our can-do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value.
• Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other.

Education and Experience:

Education

• Minimum MA or MS in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited university, required.

Experience

• One year of acute care clinical experience, preferred.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

• California state license to practice Speech Language Pathology.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

AVMC Conduct/Compliance Expectations:

• Ability to adhere to AVMC Attendance and Punctuality Policy.
• Ability to adhere to AVMC Leaves of Absence Policy.
• Ability to adhere to AVMC Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy.
• Ability to adhere to the department dress code.
• Ability to organize work and establish priorities.
• Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties.
• Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters.
• Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers and other hospital staff.
• Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVMC.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information.
• Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations.
• Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties.
• Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Conforms with required and appropriate accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines.
• Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education.
• Display a willingness to work as a team player.
• Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times.
• Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVMC Board of Directors.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Compliance & Integrity Program and its established policies.
• Ability to follow the Code of Conduct.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Position will require frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, twisting and reaching.
• Frequently requires lifting in excess of 50 lbs and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Potential exposure to radiation, chemicals and biohazard which will require use of appropriate safety equipment.

A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.