Speech Language Pathologist Contingent Days

Summary Description 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 communication 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 patients 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 meetings. 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. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology. Current license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in the State of Michigan. Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech and Hearing Association. Six to twelve months additional experience preferred. Skills Required Interpersonal skills needed to effectively interact with patients, families, students and other hospital/site personnel. Verbal and written communications skills needed to write reports and make presentations. Analytical skills to interpret diagnostic tests, assess patient progress towards communication goals, and to determine appropriate functional communication levels. Position Details Job: Rehab (Speech Therapy) Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan Facility: DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan Job Type: PRN Shift Type: Day Equal Opportunity 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: #J-18808-Ljbffr Childrensdmc