Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care

About the role

In response to a physician's referral, provides Speech/Language Pathology services according to the “Laws governing Speech/Language Pathology services in South Carolina” and within the scope of training, knowledge, and experience. This may include, but is not limited to:

• Speech/language/cognitive/oral-pharyngeal functioning evaluations
• Developing, coordinating, and providing effective SLP services
• Making appropriate referrals and coordinating care

Will provide direct patient care to individuals of various ages (adolescent to geriatrics) as expertise and caseload demands allow. Coordinates and provides patient/family education. Participates in educational programs and performs non-patient care responsibilities as assigned. Participates in program development and in the QA program. Consults and coordinates with interdisciplinary team in providing comprehensive treatment. Pursues continuing education and assists in the marketing of SLP services.

Responsibilities

• Observe infection control, medical, and safety precautions
• Treat in accordance with recognized effective means of therapy to meet therapeutic goals
• Develop treatment plans appropriate for patients’ age, cultural, and educational status
• Provide consultation/training for other members of the multidisciplinary team regarding patient care
• Consult with the physician/clinical dietician concerning diet and feeding in patients with swallowing disorders when appropriate
• Provide appropriate augmentative/alternative methods of communication for nonverbal patients; design and construct communication boards as needed
• Conduct patient/family training and counseling through regular contact in all settings; document education and input into the plan of therapy on evaluation and as appropriate thereafter
• Consult with other professional resources and agencies (home health, skilled nursing facilities, rehab facilities, etc.) to ensure transition and carryover
• Reassess patient during established time frames or as patient status changes significantly (e.g., medical complications affecting level of functioning) every 10 therapy days
• Demonstrate the ability to address the needs of all patients with respect to age regarding assessment, treatment, and care, including obtaining and interpreting information in terms of patient needs, knowledge of growth and development, and understanding the range of treatment needed
• Show appropriate clinical judgment
• Initiate discharge planning at the time of SLP evaluation and continue throughout treatment

Qualifications

• Current temporary or permanent S.C. license issued by the S.C. Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
• Certificate of Clinical Competency or an approved Clinical Fellowship Plan from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• Certification in CPR and basic life support due within 90 days of hire and maintained on an ongoing basis
• Completion of mandatory RQI requirements every 90 days if employee uses RQI

Benefits

• Medical Insurance & Wellness Offerings
• Compensation, Retirement & Financial Planning
• Free Financial Counseling
• Work-Life Balance & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional Development