Speech Language Pathologist - IP Phys Rehab Svcs Job at Northwest Community Healthcare
Shift: Full time, Days, Every other weekend , 40 hrs/week
Reporting to the Rehab Services Manager or Rehabilitation Supervisor with accountability to the Director and Team, performs evaluations, treatment planning, goal setting and develops and implements individual Speech Pathology therapy programs designed to improve and maximize patient independent functioning within their physical limitations.
1. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for patients in assigned area. Implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient. Interprets verbal and nonverbal communication of the patient.
2. Evaluates patient utilizing techniques/tests appropriate to the patient type including assessment of articulation, expressive and receptive language, cognition, memory, voice, reading and writing ability, and swallowing.
3. In accordance with patient evaluations, establishes treatment plan which specifies treatment goals and treatment modalities that will assist the patient to regain function.
4. Administers and instructs patients in performance of all aspects of the treatment plan, assessing the effectiveness and modifying as necessary.
5. Performs bedside/clinical swallowing evaluations.
6. Performs Videofluoroscopic swallowing evaluations and interpretations in conjunction with Radiology (IP/OP only).
7. Prepares and completes all patient records, billing and documentation according to departmental guidelines.
8. Communicates and works in cooperation with physicians, nursing and other hospital staff to provide optimal patient care.
9. Involves the patient, family and caregivers in the plan of care, including post-discharge planning. Conducts patient/family education sessions and provides written home programs considering the developmental needs of the patient.
10. May assist with supervision of paraprofessional staff, students and volunteers as directed; delegates tasks and monitors performance of tasks to ensure they are completed correctly.
11. Utilizes correct body mechanics. Adheres to hospital and departmental safety precautions and infection control procedures in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment. Attends all mandatory inservices.
12. Assists with planning and conducting inservice programs and participates in staff meetings, rehab conferences and educational programs.
13. Assumes responsibility, as assigned, for overall departmental functioning in absence of supervisor.
14. Assumes responsibility for own professional growth, keeps abreast of developments in the field of Speech/Language Pathology and incorporates approved developments in treatment and evaluation plans.
15. Participates in departmental Quality Assurance Program and special assignments as requested.
16. Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies and procedures.
1. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for patients in assigned area. Implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient. Interprets verbal and nonverbal communication of the patient.
2. Evaluates patient utilizing techniques/tests appropriate to the patient type including assessment of articulation, expressive and receptive language, cognition, memory, voice, reading and writing ability, and swallowing.
3. In accordance with patient evaluations, establishes treatment plan which specifies treatment goals and treatment modalities that will assist the patient to regain function.
4. Administers and instructs patients in performance of all aspects of the treatment plan, assessing the effectiveness and modifying as necessary.
5. Performs bedside/clinical swallowing evaluations.
6. Performs Videofluoroscopic swallowing evaluations and interpretations in conjunction with Radiology (IP/OP only).
7. Prepares and completes all patient records, billing and documentation according to departmental guidelines.
8. Communicates and works in cooperation with physicians, nursing and other hospital staff to provide optimal patient care.
9. Involves the patient, family and caregivers in the plan of care, including post-discharge planning. Conducts patient/family education sessions and provides written home programs considering the developmental needs of the patient.
10. May assist with supervision of paraprofessional staff, students and volunteers as directed; delegates tasks and monitors performance of tasks to ensure they are completed correctly.
11. Utilizes correct body mechanics. Adheres to hospital and departmental safety precautions and infection control procedures in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment. Attends all mandatory inservices.
12. Assists with planning and conducting inservice programs and participates in staff meetings, rehab conferences and educational programs.
13. Assumes responsibility, as assigned, for overall departmental functioning in absence of supervisor.
14. Assumes responsibility for own professional growth, keeps abreast of developments in the field of Speech/Language Pathology and incorporates approved developments in treatment and evaluation plans.
15. Participates in departmental Quality Assurance Program and special assignments as requested.
16. Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies and procedures.
Qualifications
1. The completion of a degree in Speech/Language Pathology or the equivalent.
2. Current Illinois licensure or eligibility.
3. American Speech/Language Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence or eligibility.
4. CPR certification from American Heart Association.
5. The interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients, their families, physicians and other hospital personnel, and to direct the work of paraprofessional/supportive staff and students.
6. The communication skills necessary to document patient progress and to assist in conducting inservices.
7. The analytical skills required to evaluate patient progress and response to treatment and to adjust plan of care.
8. The organizational skills necessary to administer multiple therapeutic programs simultaneously.
9. The ability to effectively and accurately operate all department equipment related to speech/language therapy treatments.
10. The ability to utilize a personal computer as deemed necessary to perform job duties.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Moderate physical effort. May require frequent moving or lifting of average weight material, occasional moving or lifting of heavy weight material, and rarely moving or lifting of heavy weight material in difficult work positions.
2. Flow of work and character of duties involves concentrated mental and visual attention along with manual coordination. Requires hearing sensitivity for auditory discrimination and the ability to phonate throughout the day.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Conditions are acceptable. There is some risk in exposure to toxic substances, infectious diseases and radiation.
About Us
Serving Chicago's northwest suburbs since 1959, we are an independent, not-for-profit healthcare system dedicated to providing outstanding care in the communities we call home. Our comprehensive, patient-centered system of care has dozens of locations throughout the area.
Our award-winning care has been recognized on a national level. Some of our top awards include:
Annually, we treat an average of 20,000 inpatients and provide:
Over the years, we have continued to grow to meet the area's changing needs. Today, we're a world-class healthcare provider that combines compassionate care with a healing environment, cutting-edge clinical expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, including:
1. The completion of a degree in Speech/Language Pathology or the equivalent.
2. Current Illinois licensure or eligibility.
3. American Speech/Language Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence or eligibility.
4. CPR certification from American Heart Association.
5. The interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients, their families, physicians and other hospital personnel, and to direct the work of paraprofessional/supportive staff and students.
6. The communication skills necessary to document patient progress and to assist in conducting inservices.
7. The analytical skills required to evaluate patient progress and response to treatment and to adjust plan of care.
8. The organizational skills necessary to administer multiple therapeutic programs simultaneously.
9. The ability to effectively and accurately operate all department equipment related to speech/language therapy treatments.
10. The ability to utilize a personal computer as deemed necessary to perform job duties.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Moderate physical effort. May require frequent moving or lifting of average weight material, occasional moving or lifting of heavy weight material, and rarely moving or lifting of heavy weight material in difficult work positions.
2. Flow of work and character of duties involves concentrated mental and visual attention along with manual coordination. Requires hearing sensitivity for auditory discrimination and the ability to phonate throughout the day.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Conditions are acceptable. There is some risk in exposure to toxic substances, infectious diseases and radiation.
About Us
Serving Chicago's northwest suburbs since 1959, we are an independent, not-for-profit healthcare system dedicated to providing outstanding care in the communities we call home. Our comprehensive, patient-centered system of care has dozens of locations throughout the area.
Our award-winning care has been recognized on a national level. Some of our top awards include:
- America's 250 Best Hospitals™ Award recipient for three years in a row from Healthgrades®
- Magnet® designation for nursing excellence, received consecutively since 2006
- The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval and Comprehensive Stroke Center designation
- 4,000 employees
- 1,200 physicians on staff
- 200 primary are and specialty physicians
Annually, we treat an average of 20,000 inpatients and provide:
- 350,000 outpatient visits
- 76,000 emergency department visits
- 38,000 home care visits
- 2,700 newborn deliveries
Over the years, we have continued to grow to meet the area's changing needs. Today, we're a world-class healthcare provider that combines compassionate care with a healing environment, cutting-edge clinical expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, including:
- A 509-bed hospital, including the South Pavilion with 200 private rooms
- The William J. and Marian H. Busse Center for Specialty Medicine, an eight-floor facility housing physician offices, medical specialty services and advanced diagnostic technology
- A Level III NICU, Level II Trauma Center and a dedicated pediatric emergency department
- Five Immediate Care Centers, in Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine and Schaumburg
- 23 physician offices in Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Rolling Meadows and Schaumburg
- Nine outpatient imaging locations that provide advanc emergency department
- Five Immediate Care Centers, in Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine and Schaumburg
- 23 physician offices in Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Rolling Meadows and Schaumburg
- Nine outpatient imaging locations that provide advanced imaging technology, including MRI, CT, ultrasound, X-ray and 3D mammography
- 13 clinical laboratory sites in seven suburbs and at the hospital
- 33-bed acute inpatient rehabilitation unit and seven outpatient rehabilitation centers
- The Wellness Center, a premier health and fitness center and spa on the NCH campus
- A full-service, retail pharmacy on the hospital campus
Primary Location: United States-Illinois-Arlington Heights
Work Locations: 800 W Central - Hospital 800 W Central Rd Arlington Heights 60005
Job: Professional/ Technical Clinical
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
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