Speech-Language Pathologist - Per Diem

Beloit Health System•Beloit, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of various communicative, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. Responds to referral and schedules patient according to department policies and procedures. Performs screenings and diagnostic evaluations. Interprets findings of evaluations and diagnoses communicative, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. Establishes and executes appropriate treatment plans. Refers patients to other professionals and agencies when indicated. Informs, counsels and consults with patient's family, case managers, industries, etc. and other health care workers. Documents patient data (evaluation, treatment and progress notes, D/C summary, charges) and department statistics according to department policies and procedures. Develops and executes appropriate discharge plans. Participates in team conferences and discharge planning with departmental staff and/or members of the interdisciplinary team. Participates in performance improvements, community and staff education programs. Shares in supervision of student interns of Speech Language Pathology programs, shadow students. or Performs the necessary functions to prepare, maintain, and clean up the work area to ensure cleanliness and safety. The SLP has regular access to and is expected to maintain the protected health information of patients in their care. Documentation is required and is in accordance with professional, regulatory, and institutional guidelines. Strong communication skills and a desire to strive for excellence are essential components of this position. Respectfully interacts with a wide variety of internal and external constituents, including (but are not limited to) team members, staff and physicians, local companies, patients, families, vendors, and all insurance representatives. Provide coverage to other Physical Medicine locations and settings as necessary based on patient care/departmental needs. Work schedules are determined to meet patient care/department needs and shifts may be required on weekends and holidays.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited school or higher degree equivalent.
Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech Language Pathology
American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider CPR and AED Certification within 3 months of hire.
Possesses the training, knowledge, and skills necessary to perform one or more of the following activities (evaluation, treatment, and/or patient care) for patients in one or more of the following age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees, patients, and family members in groups and on a one-to-one basis.
Ability to problem solve.
Familiarity with a variety of equipment, including computer software, is required.
Organization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance.
Continuous professional development is expected.
Current License in the State of Wisconsin as Speech Language Pathologist at the time of hire or prior to providing services.
Must be able to organize and prioritize multiple demands.
Maintain ethical conduct and keep confidential personal and medical information about patients.
Must adhere to established hospital and Physical Medicine departmental policies, rules and regulations.
Services are provided in compliance with federal, state, professional organization.

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills
Desire to strive for excellence
Respectfully interacts with a wide variety of internal and external constituents, including (but are not limited to) team members, staff and physicians, local companies, patients, families, vendors, and all insurance representatives.

Responsibilities

Evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of various communicative, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
Responds to referral and schedules patient according to department policies and procedures.
Performs screenings and diagnostic evaluations.
Interprets findings of evaluations and diagnoses communicative, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
Establishes and executes appropriate treatment plans.
Refers patients to other professionals and agencies when indicated.
Informs, counsels and consults with patient's family, case managers, industries, etc. and other health care workers.
Documents patient data (evaluation, treatment and progress notes, D/C summary, charges) and department statistics according to department policies and procedures.
Develops and executes appropriate discharge plans.
Participates in team conferences and discharge planning with departmental staff and/or members of the interdisciplinary team.
Participates in performance improvements, community and staff education programs.
Shares in supervision of student interns of Speech Language Pathology programs, shadow students.
Performs the necessary functions to prepare, maintain, and clean up the work area to ensure cleanliness and safety.
Maintain the protected health information of patients in their care.
Documentation is required and is in accordance with professional, regulatory, and institutional guidelines.
Provide coverage to other Physical Medicine locations and settings as necessary based on patient care/departmental needs.
Work schedules are determined to meet patient care/department needs and shifts may be required on weekends and holidays.