South Shore Health
Pediatric Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist
South Shore Health, Weymouth, Massachusetts, us, 02188
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Pediatric Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist
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South Shore Health Requisition Number:
R-20619 Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road, 55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name:
SSH OP Pedi Rehab Status:
Part time Shift:
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Responsibilities
Responsible to evaluate and treat patients with a variety of pediatric disorders, work cooperatively with the interdisciplinary team and department to achieve goals and objectives for the provision of optimal patient care services. Provides appropriate and comprehensive evaluations, re-evaluations and treatments through discharge, in accordance with established departmental and discipline specific standards of care and practice and within insurance parameters as required Evaluates, plans, directs and implements patient care using evidence-based practice Practices within the legal boundaries of Massachusetts license and other professional and governmental agencies Provides appropriate direction to licensed staff working under their plans of care Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel as required, such as Rehab aides and volunteers. Delegates duties to other staff appropriately understanding their role, knowledge and capability Follows the organization’s infection control standards Maintains patient safety practices throughout all instances of patient care Identifies impairments that reflect an accurate assessment of the patient’s status Establishes goals in collaboration with the patient that are realistic, measurable and functional Develops an appropriate plan of care based on evaluation findings that include rehab potential and prognosis as well as frequency and duration of follow up care Implements appropriate treatment interventions based on established goals Provides initial and ongoing patient education and/or home exercise program as necessary Interacts with patients and family in a compassionate manner, demonstrating confidence, empathy, sensitivity and patience. Discharges patient from service when skilled therapy is no longer appropriate Supports South Shore Health and department mission, vision and values Adheres to South Shore Health policies and procedures Documentation/Billing: follows department standards for completing all documentation, discharge and charge entry; writes clear and complete documentation that reflects the patient’s current status and ongoing needs; adheres to all guidelines for documentation regarding timeliness, accuracy and completeness; takes responsibility to provide accurate information during handoff; accurately performs all aspects of charge capture including entering charges that reflect the documented treatment provided, application of appropriate modifiers, charge correction, and co-treatment and concurrent/group treatment sessions Productivity: strives to meet productivity standard for primary area(s) Technology: willing to learn and utilize new technology and procedures; embraces technological advances; accurately uses all software applications as needed Communication: communicates effectively with staff, peers, patients and family; uses all SS Health communication forms appropriately; responds timely to feedback Professional Development: maintains ongoing professional development; embraces changes in clinical practice based on evolving evidence; supervision of clinical students; pursues annual goals; takes advantage of learning opportunities Professional Behaviors: maintains professional demeanor, handles stress well, completes tasks timely, uses critical thinking, communicates following chain of command, demonstrates dependability and flexibility Qualifications
Minimum Education - Required:
MS in Speech Language Pathology from accredited school Minimum Work Experience:
Previous clinical experience/rehabilitation experience preferred Required Licenses / Registrations:
SLP - Speech Language Pathologist; active license to practice Speech Therapy in Massachusetts Required Certifications:
Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) - Massachusetts; Basic Life Support (BLS) Other Requirements:
Per Diem but working weekly; opportunities in days/times: Monday after 5pm; Tuesday after 12pm; Wednesday after 2pm; Friday 10-5:30pm Additional Notes
Per Diem position; no other duties specified beyond listed responsibilities and qualifications.
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Pediatric Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist
role at
South Shore Health Requisition Number:
R-20619 Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road, 55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name:
SSH OP Pedi Rehab Status:
Part time Shift:
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Responsibilities
Responsible to evaluate and treat patients with a variety of pediatric disorders, work cooperatively with the interdisciplinary team and department to achieve goals and objectives for the provision of optimal patient care services. Provides appropriate and comprehensive evaluations, re-evaluations and treatments through discharge, in accordance with established departmental and discipline specific standards of care and practice and within insurance parameters as required Evaluates, plans, directs and implements patient care using evidence-based practice Practices within the legal boundaries of Massachusetts license and other professional and governmental agencies Provides appropriate direction to licensed staff working under their plans of care Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel as required, such as Rehab aides and volunteers. Delegates duties to other staff appropriately understanding their role, knowledge and capability Follows the organization’s infection control standards Maintains patient safety practices throughout all instances of patient care Identifies impairments that reflect an accurate assessment of the patient’s status Establishes goals in collaboration with the patient that are realistic, measurable and functional Develops an appropriate plan of care based on evaluation findings that include rehab potential and prognosis as well as frequency and duration of follow up care Implements appropriate treatment interventions based on established goals Provides initial and ongoing patient education and/or home exercise program as necessary Interacts with patients and family in a compassionate manner, demonstrating confidence, empathy, sensitivity and patience. Discharges patient from service when skilled therapy is no longer appropriate Supports South Shore Health and department mission, vision and values Adheres to South Shore Health policies and procedures Documentation/Billing: follows department standards for completing all documentation, discharge and charge entry; writes clear and complete documentation that reflects the patient’s current status and ongoing needs; adheres to all guidelines for documentation regarding timeliness, accuracy and completeness; takes responsibility to provide accurate information during handoff; accurately performs all aspects of charge capture including entering charges that reflect the documented treatment provided, application of appropriate modifiers, charge correction, and co-treatment and concurrent/group treatment sessions Productivity: strives to meet productivity standard for primary area(s) Technology: willing to learn and utilize new technology and procedures; embraces technological advances; accurately uses all software applications as needed Communication: communicates effectively with staff, peers, patients and family; uses all SS Health communication forms appropriately; responds timely to feedback Professional Development: maintains ongoing professional development; embraces changes in clinical practice based on evolving evidence; supervision of clinical students; pursues annual goals; takes advantage of learning opportunities Professional Behaviors: maintains professional demeanor, handles stress well, completes tasks timely, uses critical thinking, communicates following chain of command, demonstrates dependability and flexibility Qualifications
Minimum Education - Required:
MS in Speech Language Pathology from accredited school Minimum Work Experience:
Previous clinical experience/rehabilitation experience preferred Required Licenses / Registrations:
SLP - Speech Language Pathologist; active license to practice Speech Therapy in Massachusetts Required Certifications:
Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) - Massachusetts; Basic Life Support (BLS) Other Requirements:
Per Diem but working weekly; opportunities in days/times: Monday after 5pm; Tuesday after 12pm; Wednesday after 2pm; Friday 10-5:30pm Additional Notes
Per Diem position; no other duties specified beyond listed responsibilities and qualifications.
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