Speech Language Pathologist Full Time

Capital Health (US)

1d • $81,952 - $107,058

About The Position

Assesses and evaluates patients and determines appropriate treatment plan. Plans and provides speech language and swallowing therapy services. Documents all aspects of speech language pathology services in a timely and effective manner. Engages in professional development of self and staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from accredited speech language pathology school or education approved by NJ State Board of Speech Language Pathology Examiners.
• Licensed as a speech-language pathologist by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Advisory Committee.
• One year experience preferred with patient populations specific to the position including acute adult inpatient, adult outpatient, or pediatric.
• AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider
• 2 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education contact hours annually if working in acute care setting. Stroke education is only applicable to those working with patients in the stroke program.
• Possesses excellent organizational, interpersonal, conflict resolution, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and ability to respond quickly in a fast paced environment.
• Cutural competency.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and synthesizes data from patient and family, patient records, direct observation, and other healthcare providers.
• Uses appropriate and thorough evaluation techniques and standardized testing as needed.
• Works within the scope of services policy for speech language pathology.
• Exercises discretion and judgement when developing treatment plans and establishes measurable goals for patients.
• Implements treatment plan utilizing appropriate treatment procedures, exercises, and facilitation.
• Instructs patients, families, and other caregivers in therapies and activities to improve the patient's level of function, facilitate discharge, and maximize carryover of home instructions.
• Coordinates care with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other Capital Health (CH) interdisciplinary team members.
• Coordinates with healthcare providers and others outside of CH when needed including effective communication and advocacy for patients.
• Ensures documentation is timely, including submission of attendance and charging records or "billing sheets".
• Documents completely and effectively in communicating essential aspects of care including evaluation, care, attendance, and discharge of the patient.
• Documents time spent with patient and ensures report is accurate and clear.
• Documents patient encounter to include date and time and that the charging is accurate.
• Completes data reports, questionnaires, and surveys measuring patient outcomes completely as required.
• Participates in educational opportunities and self-directed learning.
• Participates in clinical education program for SLP students.
• Participates in committees, special projects, performance improvement (PI) activities, and presentations to community, including occasional participation in events outside of work hours as needed.
• Takes accountability for problems or issues related to patient care or department operations.
• Attempts to understand various points of view and employs positive problem-solving techniques and works toward full resolution of issues.
• Demonstrates willingness to adapt to changing departmental demands.
• Shifts among campuses to fulfill patient needs as required.

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Healthcare FSA - Dependent Care FSA
• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Transit
• Commuter Parking
• Supplemental Life Insurance - Voluntary Life Spouse - Voluntary Life Employee - Voluntary Life Child
• Voluntary Legal Services
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Paid Time-Off Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees