Jackson Therapy Partners
Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract
Jackson Therapy Partners, Springfield, Ohio, United States, 45502
Job Description
General Purpose
The Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. The SLP conducts in‑services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
Essential Duties
Evaluate patients within twenty‑four (24) hours, or one business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, document in medical record the cause for delay.
Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from the referring physician.
Implement treatment per the physician treatment plan.
Supervise Speech‑Language Pathologist Assistants in direct patient care and patient‑related activities, following state practice act.
Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.
Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation conferences as needed.
Participate in in‑services training program for other staff in the facility.
Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation per Speech and Language Pathologist Board State Practice Act and governmental and third‑party payer requirements.
Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
Instruct patient families or nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
Participate in discharge planning.
Act as a clinical preceptor for affiliated CFY/RFP Speech‑Language Pathologist and student programs.
Comply with the Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Bureau State Practice Act and the facility policy and procedures.
Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements
Supervises CFY – Speech Clinical Fellows, if applicable, and assists nursing with training of Restorative Aides.
Qualification
Education and/or Experience
A master’s or doctoral degree in SLP and meet either of the following requirements:
Licensed as an SLP by the state in which services are provided.
In a state that does not license SLPs, the applicant must have:
Successfully completed 350 clock hours of supervised clinical practicum (or be in the process of accumulating supervised clinical experience);
Performed at least 9 months of supervised full‑time SLP services after obtaining a master’s or doctoral degree in SLP or a related field; and
Successfully completed a national examination in SLP approved by the HHS Secretary.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Licensed as an Speech Therapist in the state.
Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices.
Maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board.
Physical Demands
Standing and/or walking very frequently; sitting occasionally; reaching with hands and arms frequently; pushing/pulling very frequently; talking and/or hearing very frequently; tasting and/or smelling very frequently; exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally; or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently; or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects; climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling occasionally; close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The noise level is usually low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Information
Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. Critical features of this role are described under various headings above and may be subject to change due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The statements are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Pay Rate
$55.00
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The Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. The SLP conducts in‑services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
Essential Duties
Evaluate patients within twenty‑four (24) hours, or one business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, document in medical record the cause for delay.
Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from the referring physician.
Implement treatment per the physician treatment plan.
Supervise Speech‑Language Pathologist Assistants in direct patient care and patient‑related activities, following state practice act.
Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.
Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation conferences as needed.
Participate in in‑services training program for other staff in the facility.
Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation per Speech and Language Pathologist Board State Practice Act and governmental and third‑party payer requirements.
Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
Instruct patient families or nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
Participate in discharge planning.
Act as a clinical preceptor for affiliated CFY/RFP Speech‑Language Pathologist and student programs.
Comply with the Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Bureau State Practice Act and the facility policy and procedures.
Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements
Supervises CFY – Speech Clinical Fellows, if applicable, and assists nursing with training of Restorative Aides.
Qualification
Education and/or Experience
A master’s or doctoral degree in SLP and meet either of the following requirements:
Licensed as an SLP by the state in which services are provided.
In a state that does not license SLPs, the applicant must have:
Successfully completed 350 clock hours of supervised clinical practicum (or be in the process of accumulating supervised clinical experience);
Performed at least 9 months of supervised full‑time SLP services after obtaining a master’s or doctoral degree in SLP or a related field; and
Successfully completed a national examination in SLP approved by the HHS Secretary.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Licensed as an Speech Therapist in the state.
Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices.
Maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board.
Physical Demands
Standing and/or walking very frequently; sitting occasionally; reaching with hands and arms frequently; pushing/pulling very frequently; talking and/or hearing very frequently; tasting and/or smelling very frequently; exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally; or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently; or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects; climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling occasionally; close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The noise level is usually low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Information
Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. Critical features of this role are described under various headings above and may be subject to change due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The statements are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Pay Rate
$55.00
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