Speech Pathologist - Physical Therapy

CHRISTUS Health•Lake Charles, LA

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist assesses, plans, evaluates, and implements care for patients ordered speech therapy. The role requires adherence to applicable Speech Language Pathology Practice Act standards when providing therapy care, supplies, equipment, and interventions. Services are provided to children and adolescents through geriatric patients, with care appropriate to each individual's functional and developmental age. The position supports the mission, core values, and strategic plan of CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwest Louisiana. The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, develops treatment plans and goals, makes discharge recommendations within the continuum of care, and documents and bills for services. The role involves coordination and communication with medical staff, department leadership, other departments, and external stakeholders, along with participation in department education and scheduling coordination. The position is full-time, scheduled for five 8-hour days.

Requirements

Master of Speech Language Pathology.
Louisiana licensure.
Complete required continuing education units to maintain licensure.
BLS certification required.
New graduates accepted.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, treat, and establish treatment plans and goals for patients ordered therapy services.
Complete evaluations and administer patient care in accordance with treatment plans and goals.
Provide discharge recommendations within the continuum of care.
Document patient evaluations, treatment, discharge, and education, and bill for services accurately and promptly.
Meet hospital productivity standards and manage the work schedule effectively.
Follow safety and infection-control policies, use appropriate therapeutic delivery, and recognize and respond to adverse reactions.
Communicate regularly and effectively with medical staff, department directors, Administration, other departments, and outside stakeholders as appropriate.
Seek consultation from other disciplines when indicated and assist with PT/OT/ST scheduling coordination.
Attend department meetings and educational inservices, and participate in department education by organizing or providing education opportunities.
Maintain competency in skills necessary for safe and effective patient care.
Complete assigned Genesis modules and associate self-evaluation by their assigned deadlines; attend at least two quarterly associate forums and at least 50% of monthly department meetings and educational inservices.
Follow the hospital mission and core values; treat patients, families, visitors, and coworkers courteously and professionally, and respect patient confidentiality.
Use resources cost-effectively, adapt to changes, accept feedback, seek performance improvement and professional growth, and work cooperatively as a team member.