Speech Pathologist

I. Position Summary:

Evaluates and treats patients with speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders as prescribed by medical staff. Participates in interdisciplinary care within the department and the hospital.

II. Position Relationships:

A. Responsible to: Director of PM&R and Lead SLP

B. Workers Supervised: None

C. Interrelationships: Works closely with patients and families,

physicians and nurses, and other hospital and departmental employees.

III. Responsibilities and Authorities:

A. Overall:

Plans and implements speech and language programs for patients through evaluation and assessment of patient needs. Has the authority to recommend disciplinary action pertaining to workers supervised.

B. Work Performed:

1. Performs other duties as assigned by the department's management staff.

2. As patient care and/or Hospital need dictates, both the assigned shift and work station may be changed by the department.

3. Participates in and promotes the "I CARE Advantage" service philosophy of Integrity, Customer Centered, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

4. Performs essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

5. Administers medically prescribed speech pathology programs and treatments.

6. Completes medical documentation in an accurate and timely manner, consistent with rules and regulations.

7. Participates in educational and training programs for necessary personnel.

8. Works closely with Radiology staff performing MBS studies.

9. Attends hospital meetings and committee work as assigned.

10. Delegates appropriately to non-licensed staff.

11. Participates in rotating to necessary areas, setting will include but not limited to outpatient, wound care, rehab, acute care, and long-term acute care, to provide treatment coverage to patients where needed.

12. Responsible for participating in on-call schedule per PM&R Inpatient Rehab policy.

IV. Performance Factors Used to Evaluate Employee:

A. Provides appropriate treatment to the following age groups: (Circle all that apply)

1. Neonatal 4. Adult

2. Pediatric 5. Geriatric

3. Adolescent

B. Demonstrates independence in daily duties, and in a timely manner.

C. Demonstrates proficiency in Speech Pathology techniques, and is responsible for self-growth and learning.

D. Demonstrates ability to plan and coordinate treatment area.

E. Demonstrates good supervisory skills.

F. Demonstrates excellent communication skills; follows appropriate channels of communication.

G. Role model - reflects professional attitude and work ethics through attendance, appearance, and behavior.

V. Qualifications:

A. Education: Currently licensed or eligible as a Speech Pathologist in the state of Texas

B. Training and Experience: Completed practicum experience in speech pathology from an accredited school. Current BLS Certification.

C. Job Knowledge: Knowledge of theory and practice of evaluation and therapeutic treatment of speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders. Must have understanding of basic supervisory skills.

VI. Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Some standing, walking and lifting of light equipment.