Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

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Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) Assesses patients and establishes appropriate treatment plan based on diagnosis and professional standards. Provides appropriate treatment of patients using specific modalities and treatment techniques.

Accurately documents treatments and care of patients and communicates with other team members. Participates in individual and department continuous improvement and education activities. Job Summary Assesses patients and establishes appropriate treatment plan based on diagnosis and professional standards.

Provides appropriate treatment of patients using specific modalities and treatment techniques. Accurately documents treatments and care of patients and communicates with other team members. Participates in individual and department continuous improvement and education activities.

Essential Functions The essential functions listed below are general examples and not a description of comprehensive duties. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing nature or scope of this position or level of responsibility.

May be asked to perform other duties as assigned. Following department guidelines and ASHA standards, provides direct patient care, including assessment and treatment of patients, developing and carrying out individual designed treatment programs.

Incorporates age-specific guidelines and interprets standardized diagnostic test using evidence-based training. Establishes and documents functional limitations, measurable goals with timelines and progress on goals and/or home practice information.

Seeks input from patients regarding goals, progress to ensure standards of care Evaluates the effectiveness of treatment at various stages and makes adjustments to achieve maximum benefit or discharges and/or referrals Communicates with the referring physician, including obtaining certification of plan of care when necessary.

Provides patient and/or family member with appropriate education to enhance knowledge and fully benefit from interventions. Assists with department finances with accurate daily billing practices, active daily maintenance of patient care schedule.

Participates in team and hospital wide meetings, committees and initiatives as assigned Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital.

C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford Healthcare – ValleyCare’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions Job Qualifications: Education Bachelor’s degree in Speech, Language Pathology from an accredited university.

Experience Prefer 3 years of experience as a Speech, Language Pathologist License/ Certifications Current license to practice Speech Therapy in the State of California Current American Heart Association BLS Certification Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) and Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) certification preferred for inpatient speech therapist roles Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Good physical condition, which requires moderate lifting of equipment and patients.

Ability to work flexible schedules and varying locations as assigned Strong verbal and written English communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the hospital and departments Strong organization Strong time management ability Problem solver and critical thinker with the ability to anticipate possible issues Strong computer skills Self-initiative Knowledge of Medicare documentation standards Knowledge of hospital safety, quality and joint commission standards Knowledge of standard medical abbreviations for documentation Physical Demand and Working Conditions The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare (SHC - VC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment.

Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above.

People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment.

Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above.

People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $53.57 - $72.11 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

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