Speech Language Pathologist - Casual - Days

Why Work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary Location: Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital Address: 933 E. Pierce St. - Council Bluffs, IA Work Schedule: Casual, weekday coverage as needed. To evaluate and treat patients who have difficulty with speech or language. Responsibilities Essential Functions Evaluate a wide variety of patient types and identify physical dysfunction and functional capabilities to facilitate appropriate treatment of patients. Performs patient evaluation on initial visit and follows guideline recommendations to establish treatment plan from evaluation. Review medical records to assist in the evaluation process and contacts attending physician to gather information as needed. For each diagnosis, chooses appropriate tests and measures and utilizes appropriate outcome tool. Functional and appropriate goals are set with realistic time frames. Patient and families are included in goal planning. Ongoing re‑evaluation is evidenced in documentation over the course of a week or as indicated for patient condition / status. Assess needs for additional interdisciplinary services and refers patients for these services. Treatment Plan Implementation Treatment plan is based on objective evaluations and achievable short and long term goals with time frames and direction toward desired outcome. Treatment plans are appropriate for patient diagnosis and constantly re‑evaluated for effectiveness. Ongoing re‑assessment is evident in documentation and is addressed by modifying the plan of care. Content and frequency of the program are adjusted as the patient’s condition or status warrants. Coordinates treatments with interdisciplinary services as needed. Patient Documentation In accordance with policy, efficiently completes initial evaluation, progress notes, discharge summary and patient progress reports. Documentation accurately reflects services provided, patient response and progress. Update physician both verbally and in writing as to the progress of the patient prior to discharge or the next physician office visit. Follows criteria for quality documentation as outlined by guidelines including all requirements (surgeries, signatures, allergies). Patient Education Education is evidenced by either documentation, written handout or direct observation. When possible, patient will convey understanding of key principles, precautions and instructions by demonstration. Utilizes the services of interpreters, child‑life specialists, etc to assist with instruction as needed or requested. Patient Billing Responsible for identifying appropriate charges based on treatment rendered. Clinical Instruction of Students Provides supervision and guidance appropriate for each student, to ensure appropriate evaluation and treatment of patients as well as educational outcome of the student. Complies with school/department requirements for supervision/feedback. Participates in clinical instruction of up to three SLP students full time affiliates per year. Program Development Attends meetings and fosters excellence by demonstration of current knowledge base and participation with program development to achieve goals. Participates in community education through speaking engagements, covering health fairs or other events as needed. Develops physician and staff relationships. Participates and assists with marketing strategies as needed. Personal Growth Presents a staff in‑service program within 1 month of attendance of continuing education course, professional workshop or seminar. Attends all mandatory in‑services, department meetings (whenever possible), and required continuing education courses per year. Age‑Specific Care Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the patient, to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment, as outlined in the department “Population Specific Competency Checklist”. Job Duty Responsibility Takes accountability to cover all assigned shifts. Consistently clocks in and out at appropriate times correctly using KRONOS. Accepts responsibility for actions and consequences. Attitude and Communication Listens carefully, checks on understanding before responding and accepts and offers feedback. Proactively seeks solutions to challenges within the work environment. Adapts, without difficulty, to changes in assignment and environment. Schedule Casual, weekday coverage as needed. Job Requirements Education Master's degree from an accredited university program in Speech Language Pathology. Experience Requires knowledge of Speech Language Pathology as demonstrated by successful completion of accredited Program. Requires skills in communication both oral and written, time management and organization, personnel management. Requires the ability to work independently, adapt to a changing environment, organize and work with a variable patient load. Requires the ability to conduct patient teaching and in‑service presentations. Practices within standards of practice as outlined by professional organization and licensing body. One year of clinical experience preferred. New graduate completing Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) acceptable. License/Certifications Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Certificate of Clinical Competence (Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) can be completed during the first year of employment). Speech Language Pathology (SLP) license required. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Requires knowledge as demonstrated by successful completion of an accredited program. Requires skills in communication both oral and written, time management and organization, and personnel management. Requires the ability to work independently, adapt to a changing environment, organize and work with a variable patient load. Requires the ability to conduct patient teaching and in‑service presentations. Practices within standards of practice as outlined by professional organization and licensing body. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%) Climbing Crawling Crouching Keyboarding/typing Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%) Balancing Carrying Distinguish colors Lifting Pulling/Pushing Reaching Stooping/bending Twisting Walking Fingering/Touching Grasping Repetitive Motions Speaking/talking Standing Constantly Performed (67%-100%) Hearing Seeing/Visual Job Hazards Not Related: Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X‑ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Radiation Non‑Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1‑33%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations Occasionally (34‑66%): Biological agents (primary airborne and blood borne viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) About Methodist Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Equal Opportunity Employment Nebraska Methodist Health System is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr