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Mercy Health Corporation

Speech Language Pathologist- Inpatient- PRN

Mercy Health Corporation, Janesville, Wisconsin, United States, 53546

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Overview The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses.

Responsibilities

Performs evaluation / assessment using evidence-based standards to create an effective plan of care.

Applies critical thinking and integrative treatment to improve the functional level of the patient.

Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.

Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.

Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation

Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques

Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners

Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department

Active participant in the Performance Improvement process

Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between speech language pathologists, nursing and rehabilitation team, and the physician group

Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on speech language pathology and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups

Education & Experience Master's Degree from an accredited school of Speech Language Pathology

Certification/Licensure Licensed as a speech language pathologist in WI, IL or both if required

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations Benefits No benefits for PRN

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