Speech Therapist - NICU
About The Position
The NICU Therapist is responsible for the system wide administration, interpretation and evaluation of tests and measurements in the NICU. Plans and modifies treatment programs. Works with neonatal intensive care patients, pediatric intensive care patients, pediatric inpatients and outpatients, and developmental follow-up patients with advanced level clinical competency. Works as part of a multidisciplinary care team to provide evidence based, individualized family centered developmental care. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Speech Therapy from an accredited college or university.
- Pediatric population work, clinical observation, volunteer work, or relevant applicable experiences.
- Possession of current Texas State license in Speech.
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)
- BLS -Obtained through approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology/Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Consistent and dedicated NICU and/or pediatric experience.
- Spanish Proficiency
- Certified Neonatal Therapist, Infant Massage, Pediatric Certified Specialist, Pediatric Residency, NICU Fellowship
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 developmental goals based on multidisciplinary team 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
- 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, therapists, nursing, residents and fellows
- Provides clinical observation for Therapy students
- Utilizes supportive personnel and supervises administration of treatment plans
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
