Speech Therapist - Acute Care

Conifer Health Solutions•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Speech Therapist is responsible for the administration, interpretation and evaluation of tests and measurements. The SLP plans and modifies treatment programs for adult patients with clinical competency, as applicable. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology/Communication Sciences and Disorders
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Completion of Clinical Fellowship. After completion of 3 full years/beginning of 4th year may be eligible for Speech Language Pathologist Level II.
NEW GRADUATES: Possession of Intern License from the state of Texas prior to orientation.
ALL OTHERS: Possession of Texas State License and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire

Nice To Haves

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Competency in performing Modified Barium Swallow Exams.
Competency in Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES).
Spanish Proficiency
See Preferred Certification Listing

Responsibilities

Interprets physician orders and requests interpretation as necessary
Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients
Reviews patient chart and progress prior to treatment and modifies the treatment plan accordingly
Develops realistic functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations
Instructs and involves patient, family, social worker, nursing staff and discharge planner in patient’s progress and discharge plans, participating in appropriate meetings.
Maintains documentation on all treatments
Possesses working knowledge of departmental policies and procedures
Uses appropriate modalities and procedures correctly demonstrating knowledge of indications and contraindications
Assures appropriate equipment performance prior to each use
Organizes schedule to reflect patient priorities, needs of other staff, and the department needs and responsibilities
Provides in-service to staff
Provides clinical education for SLP students
Informs supervisor of incidents, accidents, equipment failure or unusual physician or patient problems immediately, initiating appropriate action.
Maintains a working knowledge of routine clerical procedures
Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
Maintains safe environment
Addresses patient population –specific needs
Participates in Performance Improvement activities