Inpatient Speech Pathologist PD

Brown Medicine•Cranston, RI

1d•$36 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech-Language Pathologist reports directly to the Clinical Manager and/or Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM)/Supervisor of the respective department and may receive clinical guidance from senior staff and/or clinical specialists. The role establishes diagnosis and prognosis, develops individualized plans of care, implements treatment interventions, and performs ongoing evaluations throughout the episode of care. The position also supports department quality initiatives, teamwork, professional education, and communication with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. A licensed Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the clinical supervision of supportive personnel, Clinical Fellows, volunteers, and students to ensure patient safety and welfare. The position is located at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island, and is per diem, as required.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
Active Speech-Language Pathologist license, or provisional license for Clinical Fellows completing their clinical fellowship year, in the state of practice.
Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA; Clinical Fellows must provide evidence of pursuing ASHA certification.
Active BLS certification.
One year of experience, or eligibility for a provisional license; Clinical Fellows will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Membership and involvement in a discipline-specific professional organization and/or another clinically relevant organization is strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

Examine and evaluate patients.
Establish diagnoses, prognoses, and individualized plans of care.
Implement treatment interventions based on the plan of care, considering precautions, indications, and contraindications.
Direct and coordinate patients’ rehabilitation plans of care.
Evaluate patient progress and revise goals and plans of care as appropriate.
Educate and train patients and caregivers.
Anticipate and communicate discharge and home needs and resources.
Complete documentation and charges accurately and on time, in compliance with department policy.
Document service eligibility and medical necessity in compliance with professional and regulatory standards.
Apply evidence-based practice to clinical care.
Seek additional guidance when necessary to ensure safe and effective patient care.
Recommend and refer patients for additional diagnostic testing and/or services.
Comply with hospital and departmental policies and guidelines.
Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives and support teamwork.
Complete mandatory departmental and hospital training on time.
Provide education to hospital departments and personnel, students, and outside agencies or schools, as needed.
Flex the schedule based on department, patient, and/or caregiver needs and set priorities according to departmental and patient care needs.
Participate in community-based professional events and ongoing educational activities.
Communicate professionally and effectively with patients, caregivers, rehabilitation staff, providers, and other healthcare professionals.
Perform independently within department policies and practices; refer complex policy or procedure questions to the ACM/Supervisor and/or Clinical Manager.
Set goals for professional development and perform other duties as assigned.
Clinically supervise supportive personnel, Clinical Fellows, volunteers, and students to ensure patient safety and welfare.