Perm - Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) #C-SLP-8218014 - AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing
Independence, VA 24348
About the Job
Summary:
- Ref #: C-SLP-8218014
- Profession: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Independence, VA
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: 8A-4:30P
Requirements:
- Valid Speech-Language Pathologist license in the practicing state(s) or proof of eligibility
- Must have a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American
- Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or be eligible to participate as an ASHA Clinical Fellow.
- Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation
Responsibilities:
- Supervise CFYs, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as per state licensure and professional standards.
- Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules, clinical and billing documentation, and work-related meetings.
- Attend and contribute to patient care conferences and related meetings.
- Refer patients to other disciplines or agencies as needed for comprehensive care.
- Consult with the rehabilitation team and physician to select appropriate therapeutic regimens for each patient.
- Adapt programs and care plans to individual patient needs.
- Ensure a safe environment and eliminate fire and safety hazards.
- Order necessary supplies and equipment.
- Maintain, clean, and report the need for equipment repairs.
- Prioritize patient service, providing high-quality, compassionate care that recognizes individual needs and rights.
- Screen, examine, and evaluate patients to establish diagnoses, identify impairments, and develop treatment plans. Implement speech-language pathology treatments and document services in areas such as cognitive-communication, speech intelligibility, oral motor skills, swallowing disorders, perceptual abilities, orientation, memory, pragmatics, psychosocial expression, functional communication, and case management.
- Coordinate and instruct patients in using adaptive communication devices.
- Identify hearing deficits and refer for further assessment and rehabilitation.
- Select activities suited to patients' physical and mental capacities, intelligence, and interests.
- Instruct patients in therapeutic skills and techniques, and evaluate their progress, attitudes, and behavior.
- Perform routine re-examinations to modify or progress treatment plans as needed.
- Coordinate home and community care with the interdisciplinary team and referring physician.
- Other duties assigned by Management
Source : AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing
