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Job Description:

Responsible for providing consultation, assessment, evaluation, and treatment to patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing impairments. Delivers excellent customer service to patients, families, providers, and colleagues using professional courtesy. Assists managerial staff in assessing and enhancing resource allocation and process improvement. Completes thorough documentation and billing of all services provided. Specializes in supporting patient communication and swallowing needs within hospital settings.

Conducts comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing disorders using clinical and instrumental assessments.

Develops individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to address communication and swallowing needs based on assessment findings and patient-specific factors.

Implements therapy techniques and interventions to improve speech, language, cognitive communication, and swallowing abilities.

Assesses patient progress, modifies treatment plans as needed, and collaborates with healthcare team members to ensure optimal outcomes.

Educates and trains patients, families, and caregivers on strategies to support communication and swallowing in daily activities.

Provides consultation and recommendations regarding speaking valves, electrolarynx, trachea-esophageal prosthesis, and other assistive devices as appropriate.

Maintains accurate, timely documentation and billing of all services in compliance with regulatory and departmental standards.

Assists with resource assessment, process improvement, and enhancement of departmental services and utilization.

Provides orientation, training, and education to new employees, staff, and students, and maintains required licensure and competencies.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders, speech-language pathology, or a related field

Master's degree in speech-language pathology, communication sciences and disorders, or a related field is preferred

0-2 years of experience in speech-language pathology, communication disorders, or rehabilitation services, or a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) license in applicable state, Valid Certified or in the process of Certified with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified required within 90 days of the hire date, Driver's license if assigned Home Health

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 1. Never

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds, as well as lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; cuts/punctures; bloodborne or airborne pathogens; and working with combative or violent people.

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