What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist - Casual position at Alomere Health?
Department: Rehabilitation Services
FTE (Full Time Equivalent)
Casual (.01) Casual employees do not have a regular work schedule and are generally utilized on an emergency or as-need basis.
96 hour per year minimum
Hours
Our Rehab department is fast growing and is looking for an innovative collaborative therapist who is willing to work in a growing community with a supportive multidisciplinary team. We are looking for a team member who will thrive in a community that would benefit from Evidenced Based Practice, Research, strive for innovation/creativity, and be able to excel in a changing field.
A Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for organizing, developing, and directing speech therapy services in accordance with: the standards and practice of ASHA, state and federal regulations, and Alomere Health’s policies and procedures. The Speech Therapist will provide high quality care, excellent customer service, fiscal responsibility, and maintain regulatory compliance at all times.
The Speech Language Pathologist will administer evaluations to diagnose and create treatment plans for pediatric and adult patients with a variety of diagnoses and disorders in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Also complete video swallow studies as well as AAC evaluations and treatment.
Patient Population
Inpatients – Patient population primarily Adults occasional Peds (based on experience)
Outpatients - Adults and Peds
Essential Responsibilities
The following description of responsibilities to be performed is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished.
None
Union Position
No
Applicants must be able to meet the physical demands of the position. A Functional Job Description for this position is on file in the Human Resources Office and is available to all applicants for review. All job offers to persons that are not currently employed by Alomere Health will be conditional based on favorable references and successful completion of both a criminal background check and a drug test.
I certify that the facts set forth in this employment application (and any accompanying resume) are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification, omission, misrepresentation, or concealment of information on this application may be sufficient grounds for disqualification from further consideration for hire or immediate discharge
I authorize Alomere Health to verify the information contained in this employment application and to investigate my personal or employment history. I also authorize any former school, employer, person, firm, corporation, credit agency, or government agency to provide to Alomere Health information they may have about me. In consideration of Alomere Health’s review of this application.
I further agree that, if employed, I will conform my conduct to Alomere rules and understand that unless otherwise specifically agreed to in writing; my employment can be terminated at any time with or without cause, and with or without notice, at my option or at the option of Alomere Health.
I understand that no personnel recruiter, interviewer, or other representative of Alomere Health other than the CEO has authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specified period of time. I also understand that this application and any employment manuals/handbooks that may be distributed to me during the course of my employment shall not be construed as a contract.
Alomere Health is an EEO employer.
FTE (Full Time Equivalent)
Casual (.01) Casual employees do not have a regular work schedule and are generally utilized on an emergency or as-need basis.
96 hour per year minimum
Hours
- Rotating Saturdays from 8am-12pm (4 hours) - Inpatient
- Holiday Rotation - Inpatient
- Weekdays as needed or able - Inpatient & Outpatient
- $2.00 per hour added to your regular rate for Weekend/Holiday coverage
- Potential for growth to full time position when available
Our Rehab department is fast growing and is looking for an innovative collaborative therapist who is willing to work in a growing community with a supportive multidisciplinary team. We are looking for a team member who will thrive in a community that would benefit from Evidenced Based Practice, Research, strive for innovation/creativity, and be able to excel in a changing field.
A Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for organizing, developing, and directing speech therapy services in accordance with: the standards and practice of ASHA, state and federal regulations, and Alomere Health’s policies and procedures. The Speech Therapist will provide high quality care, excellent customer service, fiscal responsibility, and maintain regulatory compliance at all times.
The Speech Language Pathologist will administer evaluations to diagnose and create treatment plans for pediatric and adult patients with a variety of diagnoses and disorders in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Also complete video swallow studies as well as AAC evaluations and treatment.
Patient Population
Inpatients – Patient population primarily Adults occasional Peds (based on experience)
Outpatients - Adults and Peds
Essential Responsibilities
The following description of responsibilities to be performed is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished.
- Communicate with referring provider(s) regarding patient progress and needs
- Coordinate care with other professionals as needed to maximize patient outcomes
- Act as a resource to area therapists regarding progression of facility provided protocols
- Utilize professional verbal, nonverbal, and written communication with patients, families, colleagues, and others
- Involve the patient and family as appropriate in discussion and development of care, expected outcomes, and creation of patient specific goals
- Safe, reliable, and efficient performance of appropriate speech therapy procedures to evaluate and treat patients across the lifespan
- Adequate utilization of the electronic medical record including thorough research and retrieval of pertinent medical information
- Complete accurate and timely therapy documentation and billing
- Complete video swallow studies as well as AAC evaluations and treatment
- Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathologist program
- Valid Title Registration per Minnesota Department of Health Requirements
- CPR certification
- One year post-graduate
- Electronic Medical Record Experience
- Strong empathy, integrity, interest, and concern for others
- Strong team philosophy with coordination and continuity of care
- Ability to recognize areas of need with willingness to assist team in completion of duties as needed
- Ability to effectively attend to people, information, and tasks in a complex, simulating environment throughout an entire workday
- Knowledge of the role and scope of speech therapy services
- Ability to gather and critically analyze data to support rationale for appropriate patient evaluation and intervention
- Ability to observe and practice universal precautions, perform CPR, and emergency first aide
- Ability to work in an environment that requires significant physical activity and mobility throughout the workday in a way that does not compromise patient or therapist safety
- Ability to work in multiple settings and travel as needed to perform job
None
Union Position
No
Applicants must be able to meet the physical demands of the position. A Functional Job Description for this position is on file in the Human Resources Office and is available to all applicants for review. All job offers to persons that are not currently employed by Alomere Health will be conditional based on favorable references and successful completion of both a criminal background check and a drug test.
I certify that the facts set forth in this employment application (and any accompanying resume) are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification, omission, misrepresentation, or concealment of information on this application may be sufficient grounds for disqualification from further consideration for hire or immediate discharge
I authorize Alomere Health to verify the information contained in this employment application and to investigate my personal or employment history. I also authorize any former school, employer, person, firm, corporation, credit agency, or government agency to provide to Alomere Health information they may have about me. In consideration of Alomere Health’s review of this application.
I further agree that, if employed, I will conform my conduct to Alomere rules and understand that unless otherwise specifically agreed to in writing; my employment can be terminated at any time with or without cause, and with or without notice, at my option or at the option of Alomere Health.
I understand that no personnel recruiter, interviewer, or other representative of Alomere Health other than the CEO has authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specified period of time. I also understand that this application and any employment manuals/handbooks that may be distributed to me during the course of my employment shall not be construed as a contract.
Alomere Health is an EEO employer.
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