Speech Language Pathologist NEX

American Addiction Centers • Macon, GA

61d • $38 - $56 • Onsite

About The Position

Major Responsibilities: Patient Assessments / Reassessments  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. Care Planning / Interdisciplinary Communication  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. Patient Outcomes  Assesses and documents patient outcomes criteria at the initial and discharge evaluations. (all shoulder, back, incontinence, and anodyne). Speech Therapy Modalities / Patient Treatment  Demonstrates knowledge of speech therapy modalities / treatments and performs correctly. Operates Equipment Safely and Correctly  Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in using equipment pertinent to providing speech therapy services. Patient Education  Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning.  Includes the family in teaching as appropriate. Documentation  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. Charge Capture  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.

Requirements

• Georgia Speech and Language Pathologist License.
• Educational type and level as required by license.
• CFY will be considered.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, time management skills, and the 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.

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. (all shoulder, back, incontinence, and anodyne).
• 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

• Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
• 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
• Benefits and more 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees