Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Inpatient Acute Care - Relief

A Brief Overview Speech Language Pathologist II is an experienced therapist who is fully competent with all essential functional and job duties of a Speech Language Pathologist I, and also has expertise and experience in evaluating and developing treatment plans for more complex patients and for a wide variety of ages and diagnoses. The SLP II conducts clinical and instrumental swallow examinations (videofluoroscopy and flexible endoscopic swallow evaluations), plays an active role in multi‑disciplinary care team discussions, and provides clinical supervision and mentorship to less experienced therapists. Locations Stanford Health Care What you will do Meet and be proficient in performing all the essential functions of a Speech Language Pathologist I with a more complex patient population. Evaluate and treat patients with complex speech, language, cognitive, voice and swallow impairments, including instrumental swallow assessments (videofluoroscopy and flexible endoscopy). Prepare and present an in‑service at least once annually. Develop, implement, and modify therapeutic interventions to alleviate complex communication, cognitive and swallow impairments; select and administer appropriate assessment and treatment techniques; perform age‑appropriate competency skills with respect to individual patient problems and fundamental skills in clinical reasoning, problem‑solving, and interventions. Provide input regarding the educational needs of the staff and serve as a resource in meeting those needs. With manager support, initiate clinical research within the area of clinical expertise. Provide mentoring to others, serve as a role model/resource/teacher/mentor to less experienced speech pathologists. Lead patient care conferences; communicate with and teach other care providers. Assist with identifying departmental performance‑improvement issues and participate in activities such as chart reviews, revision of documentation forms, and workflow studies. Contribute to the development of departmental policies and procedures. Identify needs for equipment repair or upgrade to maintain quality of care; make recommendations for selection and purchase of specific equipment and supplies. Education Qualifications Graduate of an approved Speech Language Pathology curriculum with either a Master’s or Doctorate degree. Experience Qualifications Two (2) years of clinical practice as a Speech Language Pathologist, including work experience as a Clinical Fellow. Competent with Instrumental Swallow Assessments (VFSS and FEES). Certified in MBSImp. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge and adherence to Code of Ethics and performance standards specific to the professional organization. Knowledge of available equipment and vendors used in the assigned area. Knowledge of basic business aspects of the position, such as utilization management, charging practices, and regulatory practice compliance. Knowledge of evaluation and treatment methodologies as applied to routine patient care. Knowledge of legal issues affecting the clinical practice. Knowledge of pathologies and injuries which result in physical impairments. Knowledge of principles, methods, equipment and theory of the practice of clinical specialty. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with patients, families, co‑workers, supervisors, and health professionals. Ability to develop and document realistic, measurable, and functionally based treatment goals that include patient/family input. Ability to develop, implement, and adapt treatment programs and mandatorily progress treatment based on professional standards of practice. Ability to use sound clinical reasoning to determine appropriate patient interventions; demonstrate judgment and problem analysis and resolution. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others. Ability to clinically supervise, train, and evaluate students/interns. Ability to apply advanced clinical skills in treating difficult and complex cases. Licenses and Certifications SLP – Speech Language Practitioner BLS – Basic Life Support Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including employment. SHC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or the perception of any of the above. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered following an individualized assessment of the conviction and job requirements. Compensation Base Pay Scale: $59.21 – $78.43 per hour, subject to internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr