Duke University Health System
Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient Services
Duke University Health System, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient Services
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About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Health hospitals with 1,062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
General Description Of The Job Class Plan and administer speech language pathology evaluations and implement appropriate treatment. Document provision of such care, utilize support staff, and participate in special projects as designated.
Duties And Responsibilities Of This Level
Independently maintain a clinical caseload in the designated clinical cluster area.
Provide evidence‑based evaluation and treatment to diverse, medically challenging patient populations.
Utilize quality service delivery techniques that facilitate optimum services while being sensitive to patients’ age, social, cultural, educational, and vocational background.
Provide appropriate written and/or verbal education on communication and/or swallowing disorders to patients, families, and professionals.
Complete required documentation accurately and within designated time frames, including report writing, billing, and professional education databases.
Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and with department colleagues to promote best patient‑care standards.
Participate in the peer review process.
Engage in performance‑improvement initiatives within the assigned work area under the supervision of the Assistant Manager of Rehabilitative Services.
Take initiative to remain current in clinical practice through lectures, literature, and other educational opportunities.
Organize daily schedule to prioritize responsibilities and integrate meetings, responsibilities, or tasks without negatively impacting patient care or productivity.
Maintain confidentiality pertaining to patient care and all division policies and procedures.
Keep the Assistant Manager of Rehabilitative Services informed of activities, problems, and/or accomplishments.
Function in a self‑directed manner, take ownership to manage work, and hold accountability for results.
Maintain a professional demeanor and provide quality care in all interactions.
Respond promptly to communication (e.g., e‑mail, pages, and phone messages).
Use technology, such as computer skills, to meet job requirements.
Maintain productivity standards and complete clinical competencies consistent with job responsibilities and the personal development plan.
Follow all division policies and procedures and achieve all performance expectations.
Adhere to ASHA, state licensure board, and department clinical practice guidelines.
Education Required Qualifications at this Level Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited university program.
Experience Previous medical setting experience preferred, although other relevant clinical experience considered.
Degrees, Licensure, And/or Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech‑Language Pathology issued by ASHA
North Carolina License in Speech Language Pathology issued by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Temporary License in Speech Language Pathology issued by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret extensive technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and manage abstract and concrete variables.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
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About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Health hospitals with 1,062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
General Description Of The Job Class Plan and administer speech language pathology evaluations and implement appropriate treatment. Document provision of such care, utilize support staff, and participate in special projects as designated.
Duties And Responsibilities Of This Level
Independently maintain a clinical caseload in the designated clinical cluster area.
Provide evidence‑based evaluation and treatment to diverse, medically challenging patient populations.
Utilize quality service delivery techniques that facilitate optimum services while being sensitive to patients’ age, social, cultural, educational, and vocational background.
Provide appropriate written and/or verbal education on communication and/or swallowing disorders to patients, families, and professionals.
Complete required documentation accurately and within designated time frames, including report writing, billing, and professional education databases.
Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and with department colleagues to promote best patient‑care standards.
Participate in the peer review process.
Engage in performance‑improvement initiatives within the assigned work area under the supervision of the Assistant Manager of Rehabilitative Services.
Take initiative to remain current in clinical practice through lectures, literature, and other educational opportunities.
Organize daily schedule to prioritize responsibilities and integrate meetings, responsibilities, or tasks without negatively impacting patient care or productivity.
Maintain confidentiality pertaining to patient care and all division policies and procedures.
Keep the Assistant Manager of Rehabilitative Services informed of activities, problems, and/or accomplishments.
Function in a self‑directed manner, take ownership to manage work, and hold accountability for results.
Maintain a professional demeanor and provide quality care in all interactions.
Respond promptly to communication (e.g., e‑mail, pages, and phone messages).
Use technology, such as computer skills, to meet job requirements.
Maintain productivity standards and complete clinical competencies consistent with job responsibilities and the personal development plan.
Follow all division policies and procedures and achieve all performance expectations.
Adhere to ASHA, state licensure board, and department clinical practice guidelines.
Education Required Qualifications at this Level Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited university program.
Experience Previous medical setting experience preferred, although other relevant clinical experience considered.
Degrees, Licensure, And/or Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech‑Language Pathology issued by ASHA
North Carolina License in Speech Language Pathology issued by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Temporary License in Speech Language Pathology issued by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret extensive technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and manage abstract and concrete variables.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
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