Speech/Language Pathologist

Job Title: Speech / Language Pathologist
Department: Speech Therapy
Location: Lawrence Ave, Potsdam, NY
Hours Per Week: Per diem
Schedule: 7.5 hour variable shift

SUMMARY:

The speech therapist completes patient assessments, establishes patient care plans, administers patient treatment in accordance with licensure and regulatory scope and standards, and established hospital policies, procedures and protocols. Focus on maximizing the communicative and swallowing competence of each patient. Provide comprehensive diagnostic, consultative, and treatment services for patients with hearing, language, speech, and swallowing disorders. . Adhere to the professional standards of CPH, the American Speech Language Hearing Association and NYS Office of Professions. Actively supports and participates in patient coverage efforts across all departments as necessary. Hours may vary including weekend rotation for the inpatient department.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes speech and language therapy evaluations to establish treatment plans and home programs to restore function & prevent disability. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.

• Administers patient treatment plan involving application of speech and language therapy techniques and modalities as indicated. Monitors response and progress to update and modify treatment plan as necessary to meet patient goals. Instructs patients and family members / caregivers in speech and language therapy procedures and self-care techniques. Performs discharge planning and documentation to provide discharge instructions and maintain post-discharge continuity of care.

• Completes modified barium swallow studies within the hospital setting.

• Consults with physicians and other health care professionals regarding treatments, progress, patient needs, and outcomes.

• Participates in self and others' education, training and development, as applicable .Performs any other related duties as assigned.

• Additional documentation that is not performed during evaluation and treatment sessions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active and clear NYS SLP license

• BLS (current or scheduled)

• Graduate of an accredited program, MA SLP

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC )

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 1 year of post-licensure practice as a Speech Therapist(CCC-SLP

EDUCATION:

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employees physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

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The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.