Speech Language Pathologist (SLP, Therapy) - Outpatient

Hartford HealthCare•Manchester, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides treatments to patients by evaluating their function and selecting and applying appropriate treatments to improve or restore function. The role involves participating in an interdisciplinary approach for in-servicing and community education, as well as in the clinical education of affiliating students. Cross-site coverage may also be required.

Requirements

Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
Basic personal computer skills in the use of Windows based programs such as Word, Outlook and Excel as needed for department functions.
Access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties.
Graduate of an accredited program of Speech Language Pathology with a minimum of a M.S.
Holds current Connecticut license for Speech Language Pathology.
Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association.

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients based on departmental standard.
Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient’s symptoms, level of activity, and medical status establishing individualized, appropriate, measurable goals for each patient.
Treats patients with the appropriate and acceptable therapeutic techniques.
Administers physical agents (modalities) and manual therapeutic technique to attain established goals.
Utilizes effective techniques to assist in normalizing speech and language activity.
Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities in order to maximize independent functional activity.
Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate.
Documents in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the department’s policies and procedures.
Seeks and fosters interdepartmental communication and communication with the referring physician regarding patient care as evidenced by observation, and chart review.
Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily.
Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the ASHA and the facility at all times as evidenced by observation.
Performs all duties with proper body mechanics and safety to prevent injuries.
Supervises at least one affiliated student per year.
Attends a continuing education course to further/improve treatment techniques.
Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as evidenced by documentation of educational program.