Role: A flexible PRN Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) responsible for evaluating patients and developing individualized speech, language, voice, cognition, and swallowing treatment plans in collaboration with physicians. Services are provided across various settings, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and revise treatment plans, selecting appropriate activities to meet patient goals.
- Provide patient and family education, discharge instructions, and follow-up care, including referrals.
- Conduct assessments, establish and evaluate treatment programs, and develop discharge plans with input from patients and families.
- Accurately document evaluations, plans of care, sessions, and educational materials as per departmental protocols.
- Adhere to ethical standards, maintain confidentiality, and ensure punctuality and professionalism.
- Communicate effectively with team members and participate in meetings and ongoing professional development.
- Foster a positive, respectful environment, applying customer service principles and service recovery techniques.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Master’s degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited program.
- Licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) and BLS certification.
- Effective communication, customer service focus, teamwork, and basic computer skills.
Additional Information: The role involves providing coverage for a minimum of two weekend days per month, with opportunities for additional weekday shifts. The position emphasizes professional growth, ethical practice, patient-centered care, and collaboration within a supportive environment.