Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN - Regency Park Health & Rehab

Vitruvian Health • Dalton, GA

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Speech-Language Pathologist provides speech therapy and related patient care, with emphasis on geriatric patients, to support quality care and the goals of Hamilton Medical Center. The role serves patients across age groups and requires the ability to assess and address age-specific needs, including those of adult and geriatric patients. The position also requires acquiring and maintaining the skills needed to provide treatment in NICU and acute care settings.

The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates patients following physician referral, develops and adjusts treatment plans, provides therapy, monitors patient response, and maintains timely, accurate documentation. The role coordinates care with physicians, nursing, therapy, and other team members; supports patients and families through education and communication; and contributes to department operations, staff education, professional development, and quality improvement. The position works a flexible schedule to accommodate patients and physicians and participates in weekend and holiday rotation.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited college of Speech Therapy, verified through a primary source.
• Licensed in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology in the State of Georgia, or eligible for licensure.
• Ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs and the age group served.
• Vast knowledge of therapy skills.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient, including knowledge of growth and development and age-specific assessment and communication.
• Ability to maintain accurate, timely documentation and meet department documentation requirements.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and participate in weekend and holiday rotation.
• Ability to comply with safety policies and procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work with some exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of experience preferred.
• American Heart Association BLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient evaluations upon receipt of a physician referral and verify the physician order before beginning the evaluation.
• Select and conduct appropriate evaluation procedures, interpret results, and develop and document treatment plans in accordance with department policy.
• Provide speech therapy according to department procedures, treatment plans, goals, and time frames, including treatment in NICU and acute care settings.
• Evaluate patient responses and readiness for treatment and modify treatment plans when needed.
• Promote patient safety and provide age-appropriate care, communication, and involvement of patients and families in the plan of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient care records, department records, reports, charges, and other required documentation.
• Communicate and coordinate care with physicians, acute care staff, nursing, therapy, other departments, patients, families, and outside agencies.
• Provide written progress and discharge summaries as indicated and consult physicians to clarify referrals or discuss treatment response and modifications.
• Teach patients and families to perform or assist with selected activities and document their responses.
• Contribute to daily patient care management through effective time management, scheduling, prioritization, and appropriate use of supportive personnel.
• Participate in staff meetings, drills, performance improvement monitoring and studies, and other department activities as requested.
• Maintain professional competency through continuing education, seminars, in-services, literature review, and sharing expertise with staff.
• Orient new personnel, instruct students and volunteers, and participate in community education programs as requested.
• Complete special projects and program development as assigned by the supervisor or director.
• Operate and maintain equipment safely, report patient or equipment concerns, and help maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality, follow safety policies and PPE requirements, and promote a professional image of the medical center.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level