Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

Job Details Location: Fairfax Hospital - Fairfax, OK 74637 Position Type: PRN Education Level: 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage: Occasional Job Shift: Day Job Category: Speech Therapy Job Purpose The Speech Language Pathologist role is to evaluate and treat residents and patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines. Any position that has direct patient care is considered to be safety sensitive by Avem Health Partners’ standards. Essential Functions (Include but not limited to) Administers a variety of patient care and special procedures utilizing unique skills/training to this department. Evaluates and diagnoses speech/language deficits by reviewing patient’s history and utilizing a variety of testing procedures. Develops treatment plans designed to meet individual needs of patients and schedules treatment times. Provides direct therapy to individuals according to the established treatment plan and revises treatment plans as patient needs require. Documents progress and patient performance in accordance with department policy. Communicates with patients to evaluate their levels of speech or language difficulty. Determines the extent of communication problems by having a patient complete basic reading and vocalizing tasks or by giving standardized tests. Identifies treatment options. Creates and carries out an individualized treatment plan. Teaches patients how to make sounds and improve their voices. Works with patients to improve their ability to read and write correctly. Works with patients to develop and strengthen the muscles used to swallow. Counsels patients and families on how to cope with communication disorders. Communicates with all members of the healthcare team. Evaluates, and regularly re-evaluates the needs of the client; initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions of the client’s plan of care. Ensures all safety and infection control practices are followed. Has the ability to think quickly and competently in stressful situations. Performs other duties as assigned within scope of practice. Behavioral Standards The individual must support the mission, vision, and goals of Avem Health Partners and serve as a role model within the company. Exhibits positive customer service behavior in everyday work interactions. Demonstrates a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers. Communicates accurately and appropriately. Handles difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner. Holds self-accountable for professional practice. Interacts and copes effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations resulting from trauma and illness. Participates in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve patient care. Demonstrates knowledge of unit goals and is active in committees and projects to achieve these goals. Keeps current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions and best practices in patient care. Assumes responsibility for seeking out educational and professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth as well as meeting mandatory education requirements. Acts as a preceptor as requested. Demonstrates excellent work attendance and attends and actively participates in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required. Adheres to the Avem Health Partners Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior, complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements. Education & Qualifications Graduate from an accredited school of Speech Pathology; Master’s degree preferred. Three (3) years clinical experience preferred. Certification & Licensure Current Oklahoma license for Speech Language Pathology (SLP). Current BLS (or obtained within 30 days of hire). Experience Five (5) years of full-time speech therapy work. Supervisory experience preferred. Physical Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Such accommodations must be requested by the employee/applicant to be considered. This job requires visual abilities, auditory abilities, must be intact to perform duties. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. Frequent standing, walking, and sitting. Must have the physical strength and agility to position patients for a variety of examinations and procedures. #J-18808-Ljbffr