Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem
POSITION
Summary:
Provides treatments to patients by evaluating the function and selecting and applying appropriate treatments to improve or restore functionParticipates in an interdisciplinary approach for in servicing and community education and in the clinical education of affiliating studentsPotentially may be responsible for cross-site coverage# EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION Graduate of an accredited program of Speech Language Pathology with a minimum of a M.S.# Holds or is eligible for current Connecticut licenseIs eligible, or has a Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech Language and Hearing AssociationMust have a valid drivers# license for occasional travel between ECHN business sites# COMPETENCIES This position requires an individual with strong English communication skills, both verbal and writtenMust have basic personal computer skills in the use of Windows based programs such as Word, Outlook and Excel as needed for department functions# ESSENTIAL DUTIES and
Responsibilities:
Disclaimer:
Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.# They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.# These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time# # ######### Job-Specific Competency 1.########### Evaluates patients based on departmental standard.# 2.########### Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient#s symptoms, level of activity, and medical status establishing individualized, appropriate, measurable goals for each patient3.########### Treats patients with the appropriate and acceptable therapeutic techniques4.########### Administers physical agents (modalities) and manual therapeutic technique to attain established goals5.########### Utilizes effective techniques to assist in normalizing speech and language activity6.########### Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities in order to maximize independent functional activity 7.########### Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate8.########### Documents in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the department#s policies and procedures9.########### Seeks and fosters interdepartmental communication and communication with the referring physician regarding patient care as evidenced by observation, and chart review10.####### Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily11.####### Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the ASHA and the facility at all times as evidenced by observation12.####### Performs all duties with proper body mechanics and safety to prevent injuries13.####### Supervises at least one affiliated student per year14.####### Attends a continuing education course to further/improve treatment techniques15.####### Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as evidenced by documentation of educational program#HPECHN Recommended Skills Clinical Works Health Care Mechanical Engineering Speech Language Pathology Microsoft Excel English Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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Summary:
Provides treatments to patients by evaluating the function and selecting and applying appropriate treatments to improve or restore functionParticipates in an interdisciplinary approach for in servicing and community education and in the clinical education of affiliating studentsPotentially may be responsible for cross-site coverage# EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION Graduate of an accredited program of Speech Language Pathology with a minimum of a M.S.# Holds or is eligible for current Connecticut licenseIs eligible, or has a Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech Language and Hearing AssociationMust have a valid drivers# license for occasional travel between ECHN business sites# COMPETENCIES This position requires an individual with strong English communication skills, both verbal and writtenMust have basic personal computer skills in the use of Windows based programs such as Word, Outlook and Excel as needed for department functions# ESSENTIAL DUTIES and
Responsibilities:
Disclaimer:
Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.# They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.# These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time# # ######### Job-Specific Competency 1.########### Evaluates patients based on departmental standard.# 2.########### Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient#s symptoms, level of activity, and medical status establishing individualized, appropriate, measurable goals for each patient3.########### Treats patients with the appropriate and acceptable therapeutic techniques4.########### Administers physical agents (modalities) and manual therapeutic technique to attain established goals5.########### Utilizes effective techniques to assist in normalizing speech and language activity6.########### Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities in order to maximize independent functional activity 7.########### Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate8.########### Documents in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the department#s policies and procedures9.########### Seeks and fosters interdepartmental communication and communication with the referring physician regarding patient care as evidenced by observation, and chart review10.####### Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily11.####### Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the ASHA and the facility at all times as evidenced by observation12.####### Performs all duties with proper body mechanics and safety to prevent injuries13.####### Supervises at least one affiliated student per year14.####### Attends a continuing education course to further/improve treatment techniques15.####### Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as evidenced by documentation of educational program#HPECHN Recommended Skills Clinical Works Health Care Mechanical Engineering Speech Language Pathology Microsoft Excel English Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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n Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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