Clinical Fellow Speech Language Pathologist

Partners In Excellence•Arden Hills, MN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Fellow - Speech Language Pathologist (CF - SLP) is responsible for the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of an individual’s speech, language, and communication-interaction skills. The CF - SLP will demonstrate professional competency in evaluation and treatment using special instruments, qualitative and quantitative assessment methods, such as; standardized tests to analyze and diagnose the nature and extent of language and communication impairments. The CF - SLP will demonstrate competency in accurate reporting of evaluation findings, progress/status, and discharge documentation. The CF - SLP will demonstrate competency in managing ethical payers relationships to justify the cost of treatment when applying for reimbursement. The CF -SLP is responsible for ethical counsel to individuals and their families concerning language and communication disorders; how to cope, critical review of literature and treatment methodologies, and treatment strategies and home program suggestions. The CF - SLP is responsible for communication and coordination with others including patient, staff, team, family, school, medical personnel and others to assure good quality of care. The CF -SLP is responsible for accurate and relevant knowledge of the speech pathology discipline and its practice and contraindications for patient care. The CF -SLP is responsible to serve as a voice and representative of the discipline within the organization by participating in program development and other duties in order to maintain an effective speech pathology department.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Masters Degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited curriculum.
National Praxis Examination (qualifying score)
Minnesota/ Wisconsin Department of Health state temporary license to practice using the title speech language pathologist
Maintain a supervisor on record with the Minnesota/ Wisconsin Department of Health
Successfully passed an initial and subsequent background checks (no history of felonies, substantiated client maltreatment or vulnerable adult incidents, or disqualifying misdemeanors)

Nice To Haves

Previous behavioral therapy experience
Knowledge of teaching procedures associated with Verbal Behavior Therapy
Previous therapy experience working with children with autism

Responsibilities

Adhere to all supervision requirements set forth by ASHA
Provide screenings, evaluations and direct therapy to clients in a 1:1 medical model ensuring goals and objectives are being met
Manage physician orders and patient medical and educational records to assist in determining evaluation and treatment plan.
Evaluate patients to identify abilities and areas of opportunity and conduct individual/group treatment.
Determine treatment plan, long-term goals, short-term goals, type, frequency, and duration of treatment, and functional potential.
Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive treatment plan.
Guide treatment team on how to properly implement and carryover SLP goals in the PODS
Identify the rationale for treatment, recognize contraindications, and accept responsibility for potentially dangerous situations. (oral motor)
Continually manage patient’s treatment status and make referrals as appropriate.
Manage the treatment approach and methodology according to the patient’s mental and emotional status.
Maintain and complete accurate documentation of the patient’s treatment status on a timely basis in accordance with organizational policy and regulating agencies.
Complete ethical and accurate billing practices on a timely basis according to organizational requirements.
Communicates and work with all members of the treatment team and shares information with team members in formal and informal settings, i.e. Rehab rounds
Demonstrate dependability and consistency in therapy and other job-related activities
Redirect, intervene, observe, and monitor client behaviors
Work with minimal supervision to provide direct therapy using skills, techniques and expectations detailed in CF - SLP Scope of Practice, Standard of Practice and facility policies and procedures
Initiate and maintain communication with appropriate care providers, i.e., physicians, team members, parents, insurance, school, etc. to assure effective treatment planning for the patient. Including and not limited to: telephone calls, clarification of treatment orders, treatment status, and education on treatment rationale.
Communicate effectively in written and oral forms and adjust appropriately to audiences including; physicians, payers, people with communication impairments, and school personnel.
Demonstrate computer competence that supports SLP documentation requirements, therapeutic programs, and training documentation.
Attend and participate in meetings
Provide staff and parent training on topics deemed appropriate by the organization and scope of practice guidelines.
Demonstrate knowledge of the changing trends in speech pathology and healthcare and communicate relevant issues to staff and others as appropriate.
Seek to exceed customer service expectations through quality, productivity, and effectiveness of care.
Fulfill department and organizational service delivery goals.
Comply with all relevant safety, infection control, privacy regulations etc.
Assist in keeping the facility safe, organized, sanitary, and guide others to do the same
Organize and clean therapy space and equipment
Make sound decisions and use good judgment when dealing with clients, parents, and coworker
Be responsible for meeting department productivity expectations established by the organization
Utilize evidence-based practice guidelines when appropriate and will implement clinical research into clinical practice.
Pursue professional growth and contribute to the growth of others.
Promotes an awareness of the CF-SLP role to parents and Partners staff
Meet physical demands as listed below