Speech Language Pathologist - Full Time - Days - $7,500 Sign On Bonus
Company: Mohawk Valley Health System
Location: Rome
Posted on: May 2, 2024
Job Description:
Job Summary -The speech language pathologist (SLP) position is
an exciting opportunity to work with a dedicated team of
professionals in a variety of settings,including acute care,acute
medical rehabilitation,outpatient,subacute and skilled nursing. The
SLP evaluates and administers therapy treatments to patients of all
ages who have speech,language,cognitive and swallowing disorders.
The SLP is responsible for developing plans of care,maintaining
records,monitoring progress,and patient/family education as
appropriate. -Acute care services are offered in the brand new
state of the art Wynn hospital that opened in October 2023. As a
NYS designated Stroke Center,subacute and skilled nursing are
located in the CRCCS building,while outpatient services are located
at the Faxton CampusCore Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for administration and direct application of
Speech/Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a
referring physician. -
- Evaluates, assesses, plans, directs and treats all residents or
patients referred for speech/language pathology services.
-Interprets test results in accordance with standard
speech/language procedures.
- Re-evaluates patients as appropriate. Implements new treatment
plans and goals as necessary.
- Implements treatments to restore function and prevent
disability following disease or injury. -
- Participates in multidisciplinary consultations.
- Participates in performance improvement activities within the
department and participates in CQI activities. -
- Completes continuing education and in-service programs to meet
regulatory and job requirements as applicable.
- May provide information related to departmental budget
considerations in relationship to Speech Pathology needs for
optimum patient care and service. -
- May assists in scheduling patient or resident visits for
further evaluation and treatment. -
- Ensures all documentation and charts are complete. -
- Participates in infection control, safety and educational
programs, both in the department and on an organizational wide
basis. - - -
- Performs other duties as assigned. - - -Education/Experience
RequirementsREQUIRED:
- Graduate of a college/university accredited by the American
Speech and Hearing Association with a degree in Speech Language
Pathology. -
- Excellent communication skills to communicate with patients,
medical and house staff. -Excellent assessment skills to make
accurate prognosis of patient potential and guide the individual to
achieve that potential.
- -Preferred
- Proficient with MS Office and Epic\EMR software. -
-Licensure/Certification RequirementsREQUIRED:
- Current NYS license as a Speech-Language Pathologist -(or
temporary permit).
- Must hold or be eligible for the Certificate of Clinical
Competence in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech,
Language and Hearing Association (ASHA).
- Will consider a strong Clinical Fellow Candidate
(CFY)DisclaimerQualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national
origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et
al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected
veteran status, or disability.Successful candidates might be
required to undergo a background verification with an external
vendor.
Keywords: Mohawk Valley Health System, Utica , Speech Language Pathologist - Full Time - Days - $7,500 Sign On Bonus, Healthcare , Rome, New York
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