Speech Language Pathologist Part-Time
Company: EmpowerMe Wellness, LLC?
Location: Carbondale
Posted on: May 15, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionSalary: PT SLPLandings at Reed Station
Crossing/Prairie Living at ChautauquaEmpowerMe Wellness is an
integrated healthcare organization purpose-built to improve
outcomes for seniors and enrich the communities they call home. As
a core partner to senior living communities nationwide, we drive
positive outcomes from a place of deep compassion and expertise.
Our dedicated teams provide an integrated approach to the most
impactful services in senior living-primary care, therapy,
diagnostics, and pharmacy. Through best-in-class services and
state-of-the-art technology, we relentlessly pursue opportunities
that positively impact the lives of seniors and improve the senior
care industry. Position Summary:We provide therapy and wellness
services to Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care
Senior Living Communities.As a Speech Language Pathologist, you
will be responsible for providing a full range of speech pathology
services including assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic
interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with
the position's qualifications, professional practices, and ethical
standards. You will also contribute to program development, quality
improvement, and problem-solving in accordance with company-wide
policies and clinical initiatives, to optimize each patient's
functional well-being and satisfaction. Essential Duties:The
following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to
be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be
required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
- Perform appropriate assessment(s) and reassessment(s) of
patient's functional abilities, including physical, emotional,
cognitive, and sensory components to evaluate the necessity of
skilled speech therapy intervention; identify and initiate
clinically appropriate therapeutic intervention that is
evidence-based and comprehensive to the needs of the individual
patient and/or as directed by physician orders in accordance with
the appropriate professional standard, applicable state/federal
laws and by the company
- Educate and communicate with patients, family, and other
patient care personnel regarding the individualized treatment plan
for the patient; and routinely provide feedback to patients, their
family member(s), and care staff personnel regarding progression,
goal achievement, and discharge plans
- Identify the need for, and make, referrals to other disciplines
to address the comprehensive needs of patients
- Assume supervisory responsibility and accountability for new
speech language pathology graduates (in clinical fellowship year)
and students in accordance with federal, state, and payer
guidelines, including communication and documentation
- Assess, conduct appropriate intervention(s), and/or make
recommendations to physician(s) regarding patient pain interfering
with an optimal level of function of participation in
rehabilitation
- Assist in training and orientation of EmpowerMe Wellness and/or
community staff, as well as students, in relation to rehabilitation
therapy
- Communicate professionally, clearly and maintain a good working
relationship with physicians, care staff, the administrative team,
and interdisciplinary teams, as well as demonstrate flexibility to
ensure patient/facility/customer needs are being met
- Ensure documentation is completed, and charges are entered, in
a timely, thorough, and accurate manner and in accordance with
state guidelines and company policy
- Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that
optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of
medical/health care errors; manage and operate equipment safely and
correctly; maintain department cleanliness and safety
- Provide input in formulating budget, assist in evaluating
department performance versus budget controls, and takes
appropriate action to remain within budget guidelines
- Maintain professional expertise through continued education as
necessitated by licensure and as appropriate for the provision of
specific treatments utilizing EmpowerMe Wellness educational
resources when available
- Develop speech therapy department by frequently reviewing best
practices, providing guidance for, and conducting, in-services and
other educational training in compliance with federal and state
professional requirements
- Participate in infection control, departmental equipment
training, organizational safety, and fire safety programs,
patient/family and team conferences and attend departmental /
company training as requested, and provides positive contributions
to interdepartmental discussions
- Achieve productivity goals and expectations as identified by
the Company
- Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity -
identify and address the psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and
religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families
- Comply with HIPAA & PHI guidelines and protects confidentiality
at all times
- Offer to assist other staff and demonstrates flexibility in
carrying out shared team functions including special projects
- Other duties as assigned Qualifications, Education, and/or
Experience:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be
able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skills, and abilities required.
- A master's degree from an accredited program in Speech
Pathology/Communication Disorders; ASHA Certificate of Clinical
Competence is also required
- One (1) year of experience in rehabilitation in senior care
communities or related settings is preferred
- Current state licensure, in good standing, as Speech Language
Pathologist
- Basic Life Support/CPR certification
- Knowledge of Medicare payment systems and EHR/EMR systems
- Proven ability to build and maintain a patient caseload,
specifically within a Med B setting
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills along with
the heart and passion to work with older adults while providing the
best care possible
- Passion to achieve results through self-motivation, initiative,
and proactive orientation with a sense of professional curiosity,
desire to learn new things, and to find/recommend solutions to
problems
- Sense of professional curiosity, desire to learn new things,
and to find/recommend solutions to problems
- Driven to achieve and exceed goals and have the ability to
motivate others to do the same
- Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times with the
ability to effectively perform conflict intervention and
resolution
- Must exhibit and promote a high level of professionalism,
customer service, and friendliness in all interactions with
employees, patients, and visitors throughout the organization
- TB required / CPR "as required by location" Computer
Skills:Proficiency in applicable Electronic Medical/Health Records
systems and working knowledge of Microsoft applications, such as
Word, Outlook, and Excel Physical Demands:To perform this mission
successfully, an individual should possess the physical ability to
lift/move 50lbs, maintain a stationary position, move freely,
operate equipment, ascend/descend freely, position self to reach
equipment above or below normal standing height, and communicate
with employees throughout the organization. While performing the
duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or
hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; stoop;
walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and
arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close
vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This employer is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable
accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and
encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss
potential accommodations with the employer.
Keywords: EmpowerMe Wellness, LLC?, Evansville , Speech Language Pathologist Part-Time, Healthcare , Carbondale, Indiana
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