Description Summary Under the supervision of the Director of Physical Therapy the Speech Pathologist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing planning evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned. Speech Pathologist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Speech Therapy Practice Act as they apply for providing technical therapy care supplies equipment and interventions to a designated patient population. Per the Departments Scope of Practice this position requires providing services to Therapy Patients ages between pediatric to geriatrics in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functionaldevelopmental age of the individuals served. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. The position provides observation assistance and guidance to Rehabilitative Technicians that are caring for the SLPs patients. It is expected that the associate demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The associate shall support the CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrinis strategic plan and the goals and direction of their Performance Improvement Plan PIP. Responsibilities Assesses the physical psycho-social spiritual cultural functional high risk and discharge needs of the patient and family Completes and documents initial assessmentcare within required time frames. Performs reassessmentscare at intervals as required or appropriate to the patients needs. Ensures physical assessmentcare includes all major body systems. Ensures spiritual assessmentcare includes actualexpressed needs. Incorporates cultural and ethnic factors into assessmentcare. Establishes long and short-term goals. Timely reporting of weekly progress in interdisciplinary staffing and outcome measures as directed. Assesses swallowing via bedside swallow exammodified barium swallow Establishes presence of consentorder prior to treatmentprocedure. Demonstrates the ability to accurately access and document staffing patient care activities and hospital processes Uses computer systems appropriately. Documents in the medical record according to policyprocedure. Documents daily and weekly progress notes as directed. Turns in charge log within 24 hrs. After treatment. Does daily charges on the computer prior to leaving work each day. Completes documentation of evaluations within 72 hours after admit and discharge summary within 5 days of discharge as directed. Obtains knowledge of and demonstrates compliance with infection control policies and procedures Practices Standard Precautions in patient care activities. Practices appropriate disease specific isolation as required. Appropriately handles and disposes of sharps. Demonstrates good hand washing. Complies with FOAM INFOAM OUT of all patient rooms Complies with fingernail policy. Wears PPE when applicable. Provides for the educationtraining of the patientfamily Identifies and documents patientfamily educational needs upon initial assessment and thereafter. Identifies barriers to learning. Provides and documents teaching based on identified needs. Teaches at a level of understanding related to the patientfamily members level of education. Evaluates the effectiveness of instruction provided. Assessment and teaching that incorporates cultural and ethnic factors. Assessment and teaching that incorporates functional needs. Oversees patient care on basis of patient classification and staff expertise to ensure quality of care Initiates assessment of patient within 24 hours of consult or functional screen as directed. Demonstrates empathetic and positive attitude when working with patients. Conducts chart audits for accuracy and adequate documentation as directed. Visits and interviews patient and communicates with families when present or necessary. Re-evaluates and modifies the plan of care based on the patients response to the interventions. Ensures proper orientation of new therapy associates. Ensures competencies and licensure are current. Appropriately coordinated or delegates to technical support. Assists in supervising and monitoring compliance of duties assigned to the techs. Completes MBS interprets results and makes recommendations for an appropriate diet. Initiates and implements MBS report. Provides documentation for physician and medical record. Takes appropriate action to address issues. Demonstrates sound clinical judgement in decision-making regarding patient care. Provides for the plan for therapy care into the interdisciplinary care and management of the patientfamily Communicates effectively with associates physicians and allied health team. Coordinates therapy care with other disciplines involved. Provides assessment for swallowing. Coordinates and implements dysphagia program with other disciplines. Communicates with nursing staff any changes in swallowing status and diet recommendations for patients. Actively participates in 50 of departmental in-services and meets with manager for information missed in other meetings as documented on sign in sheet attendance is for full time associates relief associates may read the minutes. Assures the rights of the patientfamily are respected and maintained Allows for privacy in the provision of care. Identifies self by name and title to patientfamily. Utilizes AIDET when interacting with patients. Reports suspected cases of abuseneglect if identified. Understands role of and how to access the Ethics Committee. Demonstrates knowledge of unit specific policies and procedures and the ability to safely and competently use unit specific patient care equipment in the delivery of quality patient care Completes Unit Specific Annual Competency Checklist. Complies with fingernail policy. Wears PPE when applicable. Requirements EducationSkills Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology is required Vital Stim FES MBSIMP and E-Swallow certifications are preferred Experience English required bilingual preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Certifications in Vital Stim FEES Metronome Big and Loud are preferred Licenses Registrations or Certifications Current Louisiana SLP License Current BLS ASHA American Speech and Hearing Association Certification after completing the requirements of the clinical fellowship year Work Schedule PRN Work Type Per Diem As Needed