Speech Language Pathologist PRN Neuro - Novi, MI Campus

Speech Language Pathologist PRN Neuro - Novi, MI Campus

DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. Benefit Statement: At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match; generous paid time off (PTO); career development and continuing education opportunities; health savings accounts, healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program, employee discount program; voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder and childcare, auto and home insurance. Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Description / Responsibilities Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, diagnoses and treats speech, language, swallowing and cognitive disorders. Diagnoses speech, language, cognitive and oral-pharyngeal swallowing disorders utilizing a variety of tests such as articulation, language, voice/resonance, fluency, cognitive communications skills, etc. Researches and analyzes patients' medical history from test performances, medical records and case histories. Utilizes information to diagnose and treat patients. Designs treatment plans and administers treatment to patients with speech, language and oral-pharyngeal swallowing disorders. Counsels, educates and advises patients and their families regarding communicative, cognitive and swallowing functioning, and develops home programs for patient as needed. Documents diagnostic reports and therapeutic progress notes according to departmental procedures; codes information for billing purposes to ensure maximum reimbursement from third party payers. Participates as a member of the inter-disciplinary rehabilitation team; attends chart rounds and departmental meeting. Provides presentations and/or in-service education to professional staff, students, outside community, etc. May instruct and monitor speech and language pathology interns. Enhances professional expertise through seminars, workshops, conferences, reading, professional organizations, etc.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 1. Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology. 2. Current license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in the State of Michigan. 3. Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech and Hearing Association. 4. Six to twelve months additional experience preferred. Skills Required 1. Interpersonal skills needed to effectively interact with patients, families, students and other hospital/site personnel. 2. Verbal and written communications skills needed to write reports and make presentations. 3. Analytical skills to interpret diagnostic tests, assess patient progress towards communication goals, and to determine appropriate functional communication levels.

Facility Description: DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan is one of the nation's largest hospitals specializing in rehabilitation medicine and research. RIM is known for its clinical expertise in spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, amputee, orthopedics and catastrophic injury care. The Institute houses the Center for Spinal Cord Injury Recovery and the Southeastern Michigan Traumatic Brain Injury System (SEMTBIS), one of only 16 federally designated model systems of care for brain injury care and research. RIM also operates 31 outpatient sites throughout southeast Michigan specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics. EEO Statement: Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations