Clinical SLP Specialist

Tenet • Detroit, MI

30d

About The Position

JOIN OUR TEAM QUALITY CARE DELIVERED BY COMPASSIONATE PEOPLE We know it takes a special person to work in healthcare, and we are committed to providing our people with an enriching and rewarding environment. We deliver the resources, tools and support our employees need to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible — so we can create happier, healthier communities. COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION At Tenet, we believe in a diverse and inclusive environment, one that is grounded in our dedication to the health and well-being of all people. Respecting, nurturing and encouraging diversity of thought, background and experience contribute to positive work environments that result in exceptional patient care. We embrace diversity because it's our culture, and because it's the right thing to do. Embark on a rewarding career with DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital . If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch. Benefit Statement At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off (PTO) Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance. Note\: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, diagnoses and treats speech, language, swallowing and cognitive disorders. Responsible for treating the complex/specialty cases for assigned site(s). Diagnoses speech, language, cognitive and oral-pharyngeal swallowing disorders utilizing a variety of tests such as articulation, language, voice/resonance, fluency, cognitive communications skills, etc. Researches and analyzes patients medical history from test performances, medical records and case histories. Utilizes information to diagnose and treat patients. Designs treatment plans and administers treatment to patients with speech, language and oral-pharyngeal swallowing disorders. Counsels, educates and advises patients and their families regarding communicative, cognitive and swallowing functioning, and develops home programs for patient as needed. Documents diagnostic reports and therapeutic progress notes according to departmental procedures; codes information for billing purposes to ensure maximum reimbursement from third party payers. Participates as a member of the inter-disciplinary rehabilitation team; attends chart rounds and departmental meeting. Provides staff mentoring and develops/implements educational in-services for staff. Provides presentations and/or in-service education to professional staff, students, outside community, etc. May instruct and monitor speech and language pathology interns. Enhances professional expertise through seminars, workshops, conferences, reading, professional organizations, etc.

Requirements

• Masters degree in Speech and Language Pathology.
• Current license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in the State of Michigan.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech and Hearing Association.
• Three years of clinical experience in order to acquire skills for independent patient treatment.
• Minimum of 60 points on the professional growth and development criteria.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses speech, language, cognitive and oral-pharyngeal swallowing disorders utilizing a variety of tests such as articulation, language, voice/resonance, fluency, cognitive communications skills, etc.
• Researches and analyzes patients medical history from test performances, medical records and case histories.
• Utilizes information to diagnose and treat patients.
• Designs treatment plans and administers treatment to patients with speech, language and oral-pharyngeal swallowing disorders.
• Counsels, educates and advises patients and their families regarding communicative, cognitive and swallowing functioning, and develops home programs for patient as needed.
• Documents diagnostic reports and therapeutic progress notes according to departmental procedures; codes information for billing purposes to ensure maximum reimbursement from third party payers.
• Participates as a member of the inter-disciplinary rehabilitation team; attends chart rounds and departmental meeting.
• Provides staff mentoring and develops/implements educational in-services for staff.
• Provides presentations and/or in-service education to professional staff, students, outside community, etc.
• May instruct and monitor speech and language pathology interns.
• Enhances professional expertise through seminars, workshops, conferences, reading, professional organizations, etc.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees