Typical pay range: $41.68- $62.52 + 15% Relief Differential in lieu of benefits.
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist
REPORTS TO POSITION: Rehabilitation Supervisor or Manager
DEPARTMENT: Rehabilitation
DATE LAST REVIEWED: March 3, 2022
OUR VISION: Creating America’s healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The Rehabilitation Department provides therapy and nursing services to patients, families, and caregivers including Rehabilitation Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology. Our department operates as a system department and provides services to Acute Care, Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility, and Outpatient settings across four campuses.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates, plans, and provides treatment and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician. Works with family and team members regarding patient’s abilities and goals. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
- Adheres to Oregon State Speech-Language Licensing Board Standards.
- Performs evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, hearing, language, voice, cognitive, or swallowing disorders.
- Provides community resource knowledge and referral services.
- Provides staff consultation and training.
- May be required to drive Rehabilitation van and meet all related SCHS vehicle policy requirements.
- Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team to assure care is accomplished effectively and efficiently.
- Participates in clinical care conferencing.
- Gathers data and accurately documents information in a timely manner demonstrating compliance with department standards.
- Participates with team members in facilitating patient’s and family’s learning throughout the course of care.
- Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
- Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm.
- Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
- Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
- May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION:
Required: Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a college or university accredited by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association.
Preferred: N/A
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
Required: Must have necessary requisites for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the Oregon State Board of Health. Must have active Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). Must have necessary requisites for a valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements. Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
Preferred: N/A
EXPERIENCE:
Required: 1 year experience required of therapy procedures with medical-based diagnoses and familiarity with rehabilitation practices.
Preferred: Previous experience in a hospital-based setting.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Additional Skills Needed:
Communication/Interpersonal: Demonstrates St. Charles Health System values of Accountability, Caring, and Teamwork in every interaction. Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Organizational: Ability to multi-task and work independently. Attention to detail.
Mathematical Skills: Performs basic math calculations.
Language Skills: Read, write, speak and understand English.
Computer: Basic to intermediate ability and experience in computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds.
Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead, grasping/squeezing.
Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.
Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.
Exposure to Elemental Factors:
Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.
Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category: Risk for Exposure to BBP.
Schedule Weekly Hours:
Caregiver Type:
Relief
Shift:
Variable (United States of America)
Is Exempt Position?
No
Job Family:
PATHOLOGIST, SPEECH LANGUAGE, THERAPIST, THERAPIST REHAB
Scheduled Days of the Week:
As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays)
Shift Start & End Time:
800 to 1630 and variable
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