Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Rehab Unit - Days

Nevada System of Higher Education • Arlington Heights, IL

91d • $35 - $54

About The Position

Position: Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem - Acute Rehab Unit - Days Location: Main Hospital, Arlington Heights, IL Per Diem - Must be able to work at least 2 Saturdays per month Hours: 7:00am- 4:30pm Required Travel: no.

Requirements

• The completion of a degree in Speech/Language Pathology or the equivalent.
• Current Illinois licensure or eligibility.
• American Speech/Language Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence or eligibility.
• CPR certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for patients in assigned area.
• Implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient.
• Interprets verbal and nonverbal communication of the patient.
• Evaluates patient utilizing techniques/tests appropriate to the patient type including assessment of articulation, expressive and receptive language, cognition, memory, voice, reading and writing ability, and swallowing.
• Establishes treatment plan which specifies treatment goals and treatment modalities that will assist the patient to regain function.
• Administers and instructs patients in performance of all aspects of the treatment plan, assessing the effectiveness and modifying as necessary.
• Performs bedside/clinical swallowing evaluations.
• Performs Video fluoroscopic swallowing evaluations and interpretations in conjunction with Radiology (IP/OP only).
• Prepares and completes all patient records, billing and documentation according to departmental guidelines.
• Communicates and works in cooperation with physicians, nursing and other hospital staff to provide optimal patient care.
• Involves the patient, family and caregivers in the plan of care, including post-discharge planning.
• Conducts patient/family education sessions and provides home programs considering the developmental needs of the patient.
• May assist with supervision of paraprofessional staff, students and volunteers as directed; delegates tasks and monitors performance of tasks to ensure they are completed correctly.
• Utilizes correct body mechanics.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental safety precautions and infection control procedures in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment.
• Assists with planning and conducting in-service programs and participates in staff meetings, rehab conferences and educational programs.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.
• Assumes responsibility, as assigned, for overall departmental functioning in absence of supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth, keeps abreast of developments in the field of Speech/Language Pathology and incorporates approved developments in treatment and evaluation plans.
• Participates in departmental Quality Assurance Program and special assignments as requested.

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development.
• Free Parking.
• Retirement Options with Company Match.
• Community Involvement Opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree