Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full-Time - Acute InpatientSeneca View Skilled Nursing Facility - Montour Falls, NYCayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.The Speech Language Pathologist position is a professional position encompassing assessment of patient's speech, language, and swallowing function, psychological, emotional, educational and spiritual needs. The SLP will be responsible for speech, language and swallowing therapy evaluation and treatment in accordance with physician referral. Other responsibilities include instructing and educating speech students, the community and supervising rehab aides. The SLP will be highly motivated to continue development of clinical skills and remain current with research in the field. The SLP will effectively provide person centered care and services.Roles and Responsibilities:Perform initial and ongoing speech, language and swallowing assessment according to ASHA standards of practice as well as New York state standards.Develop Plan of Care for each patient based on initial and ongoing assessments including short and long term goals, frequency and duration. Implement Plan of Treatment, evaluate the effects of treatment and adjust according to patient progress. Consult providers and communicate concerns, questions or findings as necessary to deliver patient centered care. Administer treatment in an environment focused on safety, ethics and skillful delivery of treatment strategies, modalities, exercises and functional rehabilitation techniques. Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures, including content and timeliness.Evaluate and document objective findings including current level of function, testing results, including swallow studies, etc...Educate patient, caregivers and loved ones regarding assessment findings, exercise program, safety measures and any other area necessary to facilitate a successful discharge from skilled therapy. Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending clinical educational workshops and in-services; reviewing professional publications, etc.Supervise rehab aides according to state guidelines. Other job related duties as assignedRequired Skills and Experience:Education: Successful completion of accredited speech language pathology program including Master's degree, certificate of clinical competence (ASHA)Licensure: New York State LicensureExperience: Preferred, not required. New graduates welcome. SLP Clinical Fellow may be considered.Preferred Skills and Experience:Problem solving ability and attention to detail is preferred Good written and oral communication skills preferred. Requires ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes. Physical Requirements:Ability to lift and move patients with assistanceAbility to lift up to 50 poundsLocation and Travel Requirements:Onsite at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility - 220 Steuben St, Montour Falls, NY 14865Shift: Full-Time Days 8a-4:30p preferred, however, flexibility can be discussed. Rotating weekend coverage.0%-5% Travel can be expected in this rolePay Range Disclosure:SLP Clinical Fellow: $33.50Standard Rate of $35.96 to $50.08 per hourCayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at View email address on us.fitly.work certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

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