Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care/ Hospital - Days
About The Position
Position Highlights: Position: Speech Language Pathologist II –Inpatient/ Hospital - Physical Rehab Services - Days Location: Arlington Heights, IL -Main Hospital Full Time, 40 hours per week Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm, Alternating Saturdays Required Required Travel: no What you will do: 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. In accordance with patient evaluations, 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. Various levels may have additional Features
Requirements
- Must Have CCC’s / position not available for CFY
- 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.
- In accordance with patient evaluations, 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
- Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance.
- 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
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program
- Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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