Speech Language Pathologist - Rehabilitation

St Luke Health Services•Oswego, NY

2d•$50•Onsite

About The Position

Treats residents who have been referred to the speech language pathologist by the resident’s physician on written order. Identifies residents by diagnosis or observation or staff referral who may benefit from therapy and requests orders for evaluation and treatment.

Requirements

Work requires the knowledge of speech therapy normally acquired through an accredited University for speech therapy
New York State license to practice Speech Language Pathology
Must possess skills to effectively acquire pertinent information from patients’ charts and the patients to evaluate, implement procedures, and document the effects of treatment
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate accurately and precisely to patients and family members the instructions that may be necessary in the completion of a treatment program
Must be able to identify changes in patient conditions and be able to communicate those changes to the appropriate staff member

Responsibilities

Reviews referrals for speech therapy and physician’s orders
Performs evaluations, sets goals, devises treatment programs, and implements treatments based on diagnosis, resident’s condition and rehabilitative prognosis
Makes recommendations, sends progress note, and consults with the physician as necessary
Maintains proper documentation in medical record including evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries and treatment logs
Provides information for care planning, MDS and quality assurance
Seeks current information in the field to optimize patient treatment and outcome
Uses evidence-based treatment plan and initiates optimal continual education opportunities
Communicates with interdisciplinary team regarding patient care and consults with families as needed
Acts as a SLP consultant to all departments providing in-services as necessary
May perform other duties as directed by the department Director
Communicates with SLP and per-diem staff
Uses effective communication techniques within rehabilitation department and inter-departmentally to maximize team building
Maintains 85% productivity level
Other duties as assigned by supervisor