Speech-Language Pathologist - Per Diem
Beloit Health System•Beloit, WI
•$35 - $55
About The Position
Beloit Health System is seeking a per diem Speech-Language Pathologist for its Speech Therapy department. The role evaluates, diagnoses, and treats communicative, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. The position works a varied first shift schedule, with varied per-diem hours per week, and is not eligible for benefits. The Speech-Language Pathologist provides services in compliance with federal and state requirements and professional organization standards. The role requires respectful interaction with internal and external constituents, including team members, staff, physicians, local companies, patients, families, vendors, and insurance representatives.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited school, or a higher-degree equivalent.
- Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology and CPR certification within three months of hire.
- Current Wisconsin license as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with employees, patients, and family members in groups and one-to-one settings.
- Ability to problem-solve and organize and prioritize multiple demands.
- Familiarity with a variety of equipment, including computer software.
- Organization, time management, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to maintain ethical conduct and keep patients' personal and medical information confidential.
Responsibilities
- Perform screenings and diagnostic evaluations.
- Interpret evaluation findings and diagnose communicative, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
- Establish and carry out appropriate treatment and discharge plans.
- Refer patients to other professionals and agencies when indicated.
- Inform, counsel, and consult with patients' families, case managers, industries, and other healthcare workers.
- Document patient data, including evaluations, treatment and progress notes, discharge summaries, and charges, as well as department statistics, according to department policies and procedures.
- Participate in team conferences and discharge planning with departmental staff and/or interdisciplinary team members.
- Maintain documentation in accordance with professional, regulatory, and institutional guidelines.
- Interact respectfully with internal and external constituents, including team members, staff, physicians, local companies, patients, families, vendors, and insurance representatives.
- Maintain ethical conduct and confidentiality of patients' personal and medical information.
- Provide services in compliance with federal and state requirements and professional organization standards.
