Memorial Health
Overview
The Speech Pathologist is responsible and accountable for providing examinations, evaluations, therapy diagnosis, interventions, and prognosis in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Emphasis on managing daily clinical caseload efficiently, including effective treatment, and appropriate documentation and billing practices. Participate in performance improvement and program development activities in accordance with departmental goals and objectives.
Salary: USD $31.51/hr to USD $48.83/hr. Schedule: PRN, Days.
Qualifications and/or Other Requirements: Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology. Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or any other state, and Certified Clinical Competence Achieved. New graduates with clinical competence accepted. Current CPR card.
Responsibilities
Therapy and instruction— Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects as it pertains to the clinical instruction of students.
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to evaluate and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Knowledge of Human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
Knowledge of laws and government regulations as they apply to State and National standards.
Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Good knowledge of standard practices, equipment and rules relating to word processing, written and oral communications.
Basic computer skills such as word processing, data entry, and documentation.
Communication: ability to listen, understand, and respond appropriately; clear written and verbal communication with physicians, consultants, Rehabilitation team members, patients and families.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems; anticipate problems and potential outcomes; read and understand information; integrate information to form conclusions.
Ability to arrange things or actions in a specific order according to rules; identify and understand the speech/language of others.
General Skill Requirements
Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; handles feedback; works under pressure and irregular schedules.
Attendance and Punctuality – Schedules time off in advance; arrives on time; maintains responsibilities when absent.
Communications – Verbal and written communication; listening; keeps others informed; uses appropriate methods.
Cooperation – Maintains effective relations; tact; positive attitude; supports co-workers; resolves conflicts.
Job Knowledge – Competent in required skills; learns and applies new skills; works with minimal supervision; relates to others; uses resources effectively.
Judgment – Makes timely decisions; explains reasoning; handles confidential information appropriately.
Problem solving – Identifies problems, analyzes information, develops alternatives, resolves issues early.
Quality – Accuracy and thoroughness; commitment to excellence; uses feedback to improve; self-monitoring.
Quantity – Meets productivity standards; works efficiently; achieves goals.
Concentration – Maintains attention to detail over time.
Supervision – Works independently or with minimal supervision; may train or evaluate others.
Environment and Physical Demands This position may involve occasional exposure to irritants, unpleasant, or hazardous elements. Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, reaching; lifting/pushing/pulling weights of 1–5 pounds as needed. Ability to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of major duties and responsibilities. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specified.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Contact: Career inquiry via email may be processed; reference to Memorial Health job postings only for application.
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Salary: USD $31.51/hr to USD $48.83/hr. Schedule: PRN, Days.
Qualifications and/or Other Requirements: Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology. Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or any other state, and Certified Clinical Competence Achieved. New graduates with clinical competence accepted. Current CPR card.
Responsibilities
Therapy and instruction— Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects as it pertains to the clinical instruction of students.
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to evaluate and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Knowledge of Human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
Knowledge of laws and government regulations as they apply to State and National standards.
Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Good knowledge of standard practices, equipment and rules relating to word processing, written and oral communications.
Basic computer skills such as word processing, data entry, and documentation.
Communication: ability to listen, understand, and respond appropriately; clear written and verbal communication with physicians, consultants, Rehabilitation team members, patients and families.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems; anticipate problems and potential outcomes; read and understand information; integrate information to form conclusions.
Ability to arrange things or actions in a specific order according to rules; identify and understand the speech/language of others.
General Skill Requirements
Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; handles feedback; works under pressure and irregular schedules.
Attendance and Punctuality – Schedules time off in advance; arrives on time; maintains responsibilities when absent.
Communications – Verbal and written communication; listening; keeps others informed; uses appropriate methods.
Cooperation – Maintains effective relations; tact; positive attitude; supports co-workers; resolves conflicts.
Job Knowledge – Competent in required skills; learns and applies new skills; works with minimal supervision; relates to others; uses resources effectively.
Judgment – Makes timely decisions; explains reasoning; handles confidential information appropriately.
Problem solving – Identifies problems, analyzes information, develops alternatives, resolves issues early.
Quality – Accuracy and thoroughness; commitment to excellence; uses feedback to improve; self-monitoring.
Quantity – Meets productivity standards; works efficiently; achieves goals.
Concentration – Maintains attention to detail over time.
Supervision – Works independently or with minimal supervision; may train or evaluate others.
Environment and Physical Demands This position may involve occasional exposure to irritants, unpleasant, or hazardous elements. Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, reaching; lifting/pushing/pulling weights of 1–5 pounds as needed. Ability to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of major duties and responsibilities. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specified.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Contact: Career inquiry via email may be processed; reference to Memorial Health job postings only for application.
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