Speech Language Pathologist PRN
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 cause for delay.
Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.
Treat patients per 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, problem and plans.
Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.
Participate in in services training program 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 program 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.
Qualification Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathologist Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Speech Language Therapy.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as an Speech Therapist in the state.
Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very fr...
- Rate: Not Specified
- Location: Sunnyvale, US-CA
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Medical
- Recruiter: Sunnyvale Post Acute Gardens Post Acute
- Contact: Not Specified
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- Reference: JR108136
- Posted: 2024-07-05 08:01:17 -
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