Speech Pathologist - Physical Therapy - Prn

Jobtome; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Rosa Health Care is seeking a licensed Speech Pathologist to provide comprehensive speech pathology services, including assessment, treatment planning, and discharge planning for inpatients and outpatients. The role includes supervising students and Rehab Techs, participating in interdisciplinary conferences, and contributing to performance improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Speech Pathology, is ASHA-certified, and licensed, with at least 1.5 years of

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Pathology required.
• At least 1.5 years full-time clinical experience as a Speech Pathologist.
• Licensed by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
• ASHA Certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Proficiency with standard assessment/treatment tools used by Speech Pathologists.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic evaluations of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Maintain quality documentation (Initial Evaluations, Progress notes, Discharge summaries).
• Participate in meetings and conferences; educate and train families.
• Supervise Speech Pathology students and Rehab Techs; assist with orientation and scheduling.
• Engage in performance improvement activities and community referrals as appropriate.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Treatment planning

Family counseling

Documentation

Student supervision

Discharge planning

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Pathology

Licensed by State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

ASHA Certification

CPR certification

Job description

Description Summary

Provides Speech Pathology Services to patients referred, including assessment, treatment plan development and implementation with follow-up and discharge planning. Assists with clinical aspects of the department, including program development and Performance Improvement activities. In addition, supervises Rehab Techs, Students and Volunteers. Supervised by the Rehabilitation Manager, Supervisor and/or Lead Rehab Therapist. Assists in the supervision of Rehab Techs.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to determine the status of the speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities of inpatients and outpatients, considering diagnosis and age specific needs. Develops and implements, with patient/family participation, individualized treatment plans as indicated, considering diagnosis and age specific needs, with measurable goals and methods to achieve goals. Maintains quality documentation regarding patient status, to include Initial Patient Evaluations, Daily and Weekly Progress notes as required, Discharge Summaries and other notations as appropriate. Participates in patient care conferences, family conferences, in-service programs, departmental and interdepartmental meetings. Counsels family and other involved individuals regarding patient evaluation, care and treatment. Initiates and completes discharge planning in a timely manner and provides effective education and training. Supervises Speech Pathology students and volunteers. Assists in the supervision of Rehab Techs. Participates in the orientation of new associates and scheduling patients to assure quality patient coverage. Understands, supports and provides input for Performance Improvement activities. Complies with departmental productivity standards. Maintains an awareness of other agencies within the community in order to make appropriate referrals, when indicated, to network and to increase knowledge of community resources. Identifies and provides educational opportunities for self, department, students and community. Participates in research activities as appropriate. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department Appropriately adapts assigned patient care assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served. Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of Santa Rosa Health Care. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the area of Speech Pathology is required.
• A minimum of one and one-half (1.5) years full-time clinical experience as a Speech Pathologist.
• Licensed as a Speech Pathologist by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• CPR certification is required.
• All assessment and treatment tools routinely used by a Speech Pathologist as outlined by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Physically able to perform the daily responsibilities associated with patient treatment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule

PRN Work Type: Per Diem As Needed