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Speech-Language Pathologist - Inpatient - Per Diem - Days - MHP

Memorial Healthcare System · Pembroke Pines, FL · 2 mo ago
HealthcarePart-time

Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida

About the role

Memorial Rehabilitation Institute provides highly specialized care ranging from complex multiple trauma, stroke and brain injury to physical and speech therapy. Inpatient care is offered at Memorial Regional Hospital South, with outpatient care available in five different locations. We also have a home health team and resources for long-term care at Memorial Manor, while also offering therapy for pediatric developmental diagnosis through Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

Evaluates and treats patient populations for speech-language pathology needs.

Responsibilities

  • Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
  • Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
  • Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support resources.
  • Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to issues identified, required frequency of treatments, and involves the patient/family.
  • Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
  • Supervises and mentors activities of peers, fellows and other support personnel.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Required)
  • BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross)
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech/Language (CCC-SLP) – American Speech/Language Hearing Association (ASHA)
  • Speech-Language Pathology License – State of Florida (FL)

Skills & Competencies

  • Accountability
  • Clinical policies and standards
  • Customer service
  • Documentation
  • Effective communication
  • Patient and family centered care
  • Problem solving
  • Responding to change
  • Standards of behavior

Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • Bending and Stooping – 80%
  • Climbing – 40%
  • Keyboard Entry – 80%
  • Kneeling – 60%
  • Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater – 80%
  • Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient – 80%
  • Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient – 80%
  • Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient – 40%
  • Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient – 80%
  • Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient – 80%
  • Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient – 80%
  • Reaching – 80%
  • Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg – 80%
  • Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm – 80%
  • Running – 40%
  • Sitting – 80%
  • Squatting – 80%
  • Standing – 80%
  • Walking – 80%
  • Audible Speech – 80%
  • Hearing Acuity – 80%
  • Smelling Acuity – 40%
  • Depth Perception – 80%
  • Distinguish Color – 80%
  • Seeing - Far – 80%
  • Seeing - Near – 80%
  • Bio hazardous Waste – 60%
  • Biological Hazards - Respiratory – 60%
  • Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion – 60%
  • Blood and/or Bodily Fluids – 80%
  • Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens – 80%
  • Cytotoxic Chemicals – 60%
  • Dust – 80%
  • Gas/Vapors/Fumes – 60%
  • Hazardous Chemicals – 60%
  • Hazardous Medication – 60%
  • Latex – 80%
  • Computer Monitor – 80%
  • Domestic Animals – 60%
  • Fire Risk – 40%
  • Heating Devices – 60%
  • Magnetic Fields – 40%
  • Moving Mechanical Parts – 80%
  • Needles/Sharp Objects – 60%
  • Wet or Slippery Surfaces – 60%

No prior work experience required.

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