Speech Language Pathologist 1 Inpatient | Per Diem | Day

Concord Hospital•Concord, NH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist 1 Per Diem is responsible for conducting patient evaluations and providing treatments in accordance with established policies and procedures, serving patients of all ages and health populations. This role may also involve participation in indirect patient care activities as needed. All per diem staff members are expected to work a minimum of two weekend shifts per month, in addition to any scheduled weekdays. Additionally, per diem staff are required to assist with holiday coverage. Under certain circumstances, staff may be asked to cover additional or alternative shifts. While employees are primarily assigned to a specific site, there is an expectation of flexibility to provide coverage at other Concord Hospital sites when necessary.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Speech Language Pathology program and passed the national certification board
Requires experience working with an interdisciplinary team, providers, patients and their families.
State of NH Speech Language Pathology license- active and in good standing
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers or equivalent course
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence

Responsibilities

Communication includes verbal and written documentation compliant with professional standards and department guidelines.
Demonstrates personal adaptability, flexibility and timeliness in managing department caseload and other department needs.
Performs patient evaluations and re-evaluations and documents in accordance with licensure, scope of practice and department standards (e.g. documentation completion/HIMS/abbreviations ,etc.).
Advocates for and is active in developing disciplinary and interdisciplinary team members.
Develops and documents assessments for each patient at evaluation and during treatment.
Advocates for and is active in developing disciplinary and interdisciplinary team members.
Develops, revises, and documents goals and treatments for all patient’s during the episode of care.
Advocates for and is active in developing disciplinary and interdisciplinary team members.
Demonstrates personal adaptability, flexibility and timeliness in managing the entire department caseload.
Takes responsibility for accurate and thorough patient charging as part of daily charting.
Takes responsibility for individual performance goals and meeting department expectations.