Speech Language Pathologist - PRN - Baptist

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This job plans, organizes, and conducts speech therapy treatment programs based upon the guidelines established under the state practice act. It involves maintaining patient care records, evaluating the patient’s response to treatment, recommending treatment plan changes, and participating in in-service and continuing education programs. The role also includes participation in special departmental programs, clinical education, and assisting with program development/enhancement. Ochsner Health emphasizes its commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate, attributing its progress and patient care to dedicated employees.

Requirements

Master's degree
Experience with adult population
Current Speech Pathologist license in the state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity from another state
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Certification of Clinical Competence from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) required within 2 years of hire
Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally
Proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard
Strong interpersonal skills
Good judgment and excellent decision-making skills in dealing with a variety of patients and diagnosis

Nice To Haves

Experience with NICU population

Responsibilities

Performs age and diagnosis appropriate evaluations and treatments.
Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies and procedures.
Recommends alternative plans to accommodate overall department needs and is flexible with schedule adjustments.
Attains established productivity levels set forth by administration.
Conducts professional development, required training, and credentialing.
May be required to educate and train others within discipline.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Maintains and complies with the company's Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.