Speech Therapist Part Time

Speech Therapist Part Time (Healthcare)

Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines the cause for delay.

Develop an effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from the referring physician. Treat patients according to the physician treatment plan.

Supervise Speech Language Pathologist Assistants in direct patient care and patient-related activities, following state practice act.

Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.

Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.

Participate in in-service training programs for other staff in the facility.

Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Speech and Language Pathologist in the Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements.

Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.

Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.

Participate in discharge planning.

Act as a clinical preceptor for affiliating CFY/RFP Speech Language Pathologist and student programs.

Comply with the Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Bureau State Practice Act and the facility policy and procedures.

Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

Supervises CFY - Speech Clinical Fellows, if applicable, and assists nursing with training of Restorative Aides.

Qualifications

Education and/or

Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology. Prefer graduates of Master's or Doctorate Program in Speech Language Therapy.

Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs like Casamba and Point Click Care.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.

Mathematical Skills

Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as a Speech Therapist in the state. Must meet continuing education requirements per state practices and maintain license in good standing.

Physical Demands

Standing, walking frequently; sitting occasionally; reaching, pushing/pulling frequently; talking/hearing frequently; tasting/smelling frequently; exerting force; climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling occasionally; vision abilities.

Work Environment

Low to moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information

Management may reassign duties at any time. The description is not exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.