Speech Pathologist - Speech Therapy - Per Diem

Guthrie; Sayre (Bradford County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Guthrie is seeking a Speech Therapist to provide comprehensive therapy services in Sayre, Bradford County. The role entails assessing patients, developing individualized treatment plans, and documenting their progress in a professional setting.

The candidate must hold a Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology and have relevant certification. This position emphasizes collaboration within an interdisciplinary environment and entails ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders required.
• Current licensure in the state of practice is mandatory.
• Experience with patients displaying speech/language disabilities is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients using appropriate assessment tools.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans based on patient progress.
• Document patient care and progress in compliance with policies.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Therapeutic interventions

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association certification

Job description

Position Summary

The incumbent shall be responsible for providing a full range of speech therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for and contribution to program development, quality improvement, problem solving, and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.

Education, License & Cert

The incumbent shall possess a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders. American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association (ASHA) certification required unless the incumbent is completing a Clinical Fellowship year. Current licensure in the state of practice is required. Current BLS Certification mandated.

Experience

Education/experience in working with patients presenting with disabilities in speech/language, cognition, voice and dysphagia.

Essential Functions

1. Communicates and demonstrates a professional image and attitude for patients, families, clients, coworkers, and others.
2. Conducts initial assessments, chooses the appropriate assessment tools, adaptive equipment and materials used in the assessment based on the age and development level of the patient. Patient assessment is completed in the medical record as outlined in policy and procedure. Data is documented in the appropriate areas.
3. Develops individualized treatment plans; short and long‑term goals are written objectively, measurable, and specifically related to a functional deficit. Interventions are selected based on assessment results and are appropriate for age, cognitive abilities and/or development level of the patient.
4. Evaluates patient response to treatment. Patient response to the treatment plan is evaluated as evidenced by patient achievement of goals and/or goal revision, and the treatment plan is updated as needed. Information is provided to patient/family regarding current status, program planning, and discharge plans throughout the rehabilitation program.
5. Documents the course of patient care, including progress made to justify the need for skilled intervention versus lack of progress and further clinical recommendations communicated with referring providers. Interventions and effects are documented daily according to policy and procedure. Daily progress notes are completed according to policy and procedure. Progress notes in outpatient are to be completed at least every 10 visits and/or per state practice act. Appropriate capture of charges related to treatment provided. Discharge summaries are completed according to policy and procedures.
6. Provides patient and family education on tasks and resources that will assist with continued functional independence. Integrates family members into the treatment, educational, and discharge planning process for a safe transition home, and to ensure continued care needs are met. Effectiveness of education is measured by peer input, family verbal feedback and patient satisfaction surveys and quality metrics. Educational methods are adapted to meet patient and family education needs. Participates with multidisciplinary team, as needed, in all aspects of discharge planning including determination of appropriate next level of care.
7. Participates in continuing education/professional development activities. Attends/presents at departmental in‑service sessions as scheduled. Attends external professional growth activities as scheduled and communicates information to the team.
8. Adheres to policies and practices of applicable federal and state guidelines, professional organizations, entity facilities and entity specific policies. Is familiar with and acts according to contents of applicable professional code, employee/handbook, unit Policy & Procedure and organizational policies.
9. Meets established organizational productivity standards within a fiscally responsible manner.

Other Duties

1. Other duties as assigned.
2. All equipment and duties within the Speech Therapy Department listed in the Competency.