Speech Language Pathologist- Inpatient- PRN

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Performs evaluation / assessment using evidence-based standards to create an effective plan of care.

* Applies critical thinking and integrative treatment to improve the functional level of the patient.

* Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.

* Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.

* Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation

* Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques

* Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners

* Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department

* Active participant in the Performance Improvement process

* Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between speech language pathologists, nursing and rehabilitation team, and the physician group

* Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on speech language pathology and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Master's Degree from an accredited school of Speech Language Pathology

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Licensed as a speech language pathologist in WI, IL or both if required

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire

No benefits for PRN