Speech Therapist (Home Health), Limited Hours

Holland Hospital • Holland, MI

138d • $29 - $49

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates patients with speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders, establishes functional goals and treatment programs, treats patients according to diagnosis utilizing therapeutic modalities and procedures as prescribed, supervises and delegates tasks to supportive personnel, maintains appropriate records using departmental documentation (EHR), communicates patients progress to physicians and other health care workers as indicated, meets department productivity expectations, accepts responsibility for personal and professional growth and performs other duties as assigned. This position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and service appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her area.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology required.
• Registration/Certification or License required.
• Michigan Speech Language Pathologist license required.
• BLS for the Healthcare Provider Certification by 60 days after hire required.
• One year experience in applicable setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients with speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders.
• Establishes functional goals and treatment programs.
• Treats patients according to diagnosis utilizing therapeutic modalities and procedures.
• Supervises and delegates tasks to supportive personnel.
• Maintains appropriate records using departmental documentation (EHR).
• Communicates patients progress to physicians and other health care workers.
• Meets department productivity expectations.
• Accepts responsibility for personal and professional growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Chooses appropriate and up to date evaluation tests and tools relevant to diagnosis.
• Develops goals and treatment plans appropriately.
• Demonstrates knowledge of, and effective use of, appropriate therapeutic techniques.
• Assumes complete responsibility over the course of therapy for patient management.
• Addresses discharge planning needs from initial evaluation to discharge.
• Adapts the therapy treatment program as needed.
• Documents clearly, concisely and completely according to department policy.
• Completes discharge notes that include a summary of the course of treatment.
• Works as a resource in any area of specialty.
• Assists in developing educational and training resources for the rehab department.
• Maintains efficient use of work time to be as productive as possible.
• Completes routine administrative responsibilities within established timeframe.
• Participates in committees, focus groups, and special projects.

Benefits

• Collaborative work culture.
• Family-like work environment.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees