PRN Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Macon, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a PRN (as needed) position at Navicent Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Speech and Audiology. The applicant is required to cover at least one Saturday per month. The role involves performing patient assessments, developing treatment plans, communicating with the healthcare team, documenting patient outcomes, administering speech therapy modalities, operating equipment safely, educating patients and families, capturing charges accurately, and engaging in professional growth.

Requirements

Georgia Speech and Language Pathologist License.
Educational type and level as required by license.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Time management skills.
Ability to be flexible and dependable.
Must be able to use visual acuity to see monitor screen, computer and hard copy materials.
Must be able to hear and verbally communicate in person and over the phone or radio.
Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time (up to 2 hours).
Must be able to comprehend and learn operation of various office equipment.
Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 50-60# specific to job evaluation.
Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and apply proper body mechanics during the transfers and transport supplies and/or equipment using proper body mechanics.
Must be able to lift up to 10# specific to job evaluation.

Nice To Haves

CFY will be considered.

Responsibilities

Performs appropriate patient assessments resulting in an effective treatment plan.
Reassesses patients at appropriate intervals of time demonstrating the ability to observe treatment effect and modify the plan of care as indicated.
Involves the patient and /or family in the assessment process and the formation of the care plan.
Provides care in accordance with physician’s orders.
Demonstrates appropriate case management to ensure quality of care and best patient outcome.
Communicates appropriately to physicians, nurses, case managers, and other members of the health care team to ensure care is collaborative and appropriate.
Assesses and documents patient outcomes criteria at the initial and discharge evaluations.
Demonstrates knowledge of speech therapy modalities / treatments and performs correctly.
Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in using equipment pertinent to providing speech therapy services.
Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning.
Includes the family in teaching as appropriate.
Documentation meets current standards and policies.
Documentation is legible.
No inappropriate abbreviations are used.
Documentation is completed in a timely manner.
Medical Records are closed as per policy.
Time is adequately documented in the assessments and daily treatment notes.
Each charge bill adequately reflects all services provided.
Demonstrates self-growth as a professional therapist.
Engages in continuing education and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program