Speech-Language Pathologist

Beloit Health System is looking to add a Speech‑Language Pathologist to our Team!

• Shift: 1st
• Schedule:
  
  Varied
• Hours per week:
  Varied - Per Diem
• Benefits Status:
  Not Eligible
• Department:
  Speech Therapy

The Speech‑Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of various communicative, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.

• Responds to referral and schedules patient according to department policies and procedures.
• Performs screenings and diagnostic evaluations.
• Interprets findings of evaluations and diagnoses communicative, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
• Establishes and executes appropriate treatment plans.
• Refers patients to other professionals and agencies when indicated.
• Informs, counsels and consults with patient’s family, case managers, industries, etc. and other health care workers.
• Documents patient data (evaluation, treatment and progress notes, D/C summary, charges) and department statistics according to department policies and procedures.
• Develops and executes appropriate discharge plans.
• Participates in team conferences and discharge planning with departmental staff and/or members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Participates in performance improvements, community and staff education programs.
• Shares in supervision of student interns of Speech Language Pathology programs, shadow students.
• Performs the necessary functions to prepare, maintain, and clean up the work area to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Maintains the protected health information of patients in their care.
• Documentation is required and is in accordance with professional, regulatory, and institutional guidelines.
• Strong communication skills and a desire to strive for excellence are essential components of this position.
• Respectfully interacts with a wide variety of internal and external constituents, including (but are not limited to) team members, staff and physicians, local companies, patients, families, vendors, and all insurance representatives.
• Provide coverage to other Physical Medicine locations and settings as necessary based on patient care/departmental needs.
• Work schedules are determined to meet patient care/department needs and shifts may be required on weekends and holidays.

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited school or higher degree equivalent.
• Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech Language Pathology American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider CPR and AED Certification within 3 months of hire.
• Possesses the training, knowledge, and skills necessary to perform one or more of the following activities (evaluation, treatment, and/or patient care) for patients in one or more of the following age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees, patients, and family members in groups and on a one-to-one basis.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Familiarity with a variety of equipment, including computer software, is required.
• Organization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance.
• Continuous professional development is expected.
• Current License in the State of Wisconsin as Speech Language Pathologist at the time of hire or prior to providing services.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize multiple demands.
• Maintain ethical conduct and keep confidential personal and medical information about patients.
• Must adhere to established hospital and Physical Medicine departmental policies, rules and regulations.
• Services are provided in compliance with federal, state, professional organization.
• Reporting relationship Director of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Clinical Coordinator.

The mission of Beloit Health System, Inc. is to be the leader in regional health and wellness services that delivers high quality value and satisfaction to our patients and communities we serve.

Beloit Health System requires the employee to maintain integrity as a fully engaged employee. Each employee will perform in a manner which ensures delivery of the highest quality of medical services and patient satisfaction. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each patient, visitor, and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance.

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of personas assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.