What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist position at Veritas Management Group?
The Center at Waterfront is looking for a PRN Speech Language Pathologist to join their Team!
Responsibilities
Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)’ schedule, and timely documentation of services. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings. Makes referrals to other disciplines and agencies in order to address the comprehensive needs of the patient. Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient. Adapts program and/or plan of care according to the needs of the individual patient. Promotes a safe environment and enforces the elimination of fire and safety hazards. Order supplies and equipment as necessary. Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary. Puts Patient Service First, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individual’s needs and rights. Screens, examines and evaluates patients, including history, systems reviews, and application of appropriate tests and measures. Synthesis information and interprets examination findings in order to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications and design and plan of care. Develops appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers. Implements the speech language pathology treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services. Services include but are not limited to application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as:
Qualifications
Education/ Work Requirements:
Responsibilities
Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)’ schedule, and timely documentation of services. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings. Makes referrals to other disciplines and agencies in order to address the comprehensive needs of the patient. Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient. Adapts program and/or plan of care according to the needs of the individual patient. Promotes a safe environment and enforces the elimination of fire and safety hazards. Order supplies and equipment as necessary. Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary. Puts Patient Service First, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individual’s needs and rights. Screens, examines and evaluates patients, including history, systems reviews, and application of appropriate tests and measures. Synthesis information and interprets examination findings in order to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications and design and plan of care. Develops appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers. Implements the speech language pathology treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services. Services include but are not limited to application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as:
- cognitive-communication
- speech intelligibility
- oral motor skills
- swallowing disorders/dysphagia
- perceptual abilities
- orientation
- memory
- pragmatics
- psychosocial expression
- functional communication
Qualifications
Education/ Work Requirements:
- Possess a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders or similar area that is consistent and acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
- Must be licensed, certified, or credentialed, as required in the State of Kansas.
- Demonstrates excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Must work well within a team, and be able to provide clear instructions to employees.
- Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.