Speech Pathologist-Spec Team

Loma Linda University Health•Loma Linda, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Pathologist, Specialty Team Center, functions as an integral member of an interdisciplinary team providing diagnosis and treatment recommendations in a coordinated manner with recommendations from the specialties. Has a working knowledge of the specialties of other team members involved in the care of children with craniofacial anomalies. Provides speech and language screenings as part of the Craniofacial Team Clinic within the time constraints of a busy interdisciplinary team clinic and identifies patients for whom further, in depth evaluations are necessary and provides appropriate referrals for additional assessment. Conducts age-specific and developmentally appropriate speech and language assessments, diagnosis specific communication impairments, develops treatment plans and goals. Delivers therapy and monitors progress using appropriate documentation. Provides early intervention programs. Acts as a liaison with community speech-language pathologists to coordinate treatment and provide specialty education. Utilizes discretion and independent judgment in performing all aspects of patient care. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills; utilizes knowledge in the delivery of quality whole person care; utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize customer service in a professional manner. These services may be provided for both the LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Speech Pathology or Communicative Disorders required.
Nine months of experience in a medical speech pathology or rehabilitation setting required.
Able to read, write legibly, speak in English with professional quality.
Able to use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position.
Able to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
Able to perform technical patient care activities.
Able to communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others.
Able to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
Able to lead, supervise, teach and collaborate.
Able to accept direction.
Maintains a positive professional attitude and demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrates understanding of the economics of rehabilitation (i.e. Funding policies and sources, accreditation, marketability, cost management, managed care, case management systems, materials management, etc.).
Cooperates with management and other associates in achieving organizational goals, clinical program, and mission.
Integrates clinical and administrative feedback and direction.
Able to communicate effectively, in person, in writing, and on the telephone.
Able to think critically.
Able to perform basic math functions.
Able to manage multiple assignments effectively.
Able to organize and prioritize workload.
Able to work well under pressure.
Able to problem solve.
Able to recall information.
Able to pay close attention to detail.
Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care.
Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position.
Able to discern temperature variances through touch.
Current Speech Pathology licensure required.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certification required.
Basic Life Support certification required.
CCS-Paneled required if assigned to Pediatric Rehabilitation or fulfill CCS paneling requirements within twelve months from hire date.

Responsibilities

Provides speech and language screenings as part of the Craniofacial Team Clinic.
Identifies patients for whom further, in depth evaluations are necessary and provides appropriate referrals for additional assessment.
Conducts age-specific and developmentally appropriate speech and language assessments.
Diagnoses specific communication impairments.
Develops treatment plans and goals.
Delivers therapy and monitors progress using appropriate documentation.
Provides early intervention programs.
Acts as a liaison with community speech-language pathologists to coordinate treatment and provide specialty education.
Utilizes discretion and independent judgment in performing all aspects of patient care.
Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills.
Utilizes knowledge in the delivery of quality whole person care.
Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize customer service in a professional manner.
Performs other duties as needed.