Speech Pathologist PRN (6581)

Job DetailsJob Location: Acute Care Therapy - Memphis, TN 38103Position Type: PRNTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: WeekendsJob Category: Rehabilitation Services JOB SUMMARY Provides diagnostic and therapeutic services, patient/family counseling and appropriate referrals as necessary to patients exhibiting a speech, language, or swallowing disorder. Assesses, plans and implements treatment programs for patients according to established principles and practices of Speech and Language Pathology. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team.

• vision of new staff members and students when they provide patient care, treatment and services as part of their training. Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements. Attends staff meetings, all mandatory in-service, and additional continuing education as required. Contributes to the annual review of unit-based scope statement and determination of important aspects of care for clinical review. Assists in the development of indicators, thresholds, study methods, and data collection as assigned. Responds to problems/opportunities to improve care. Supports and is involved in the organization’s Performance Improvement initiatives. Adheres to established departmental and organizational policies, compliance/quality improvement, and safety, environment and infection control standards. Assists in care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies. Provides coverage for relief and absences as required. Physical Demands A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical Demand N/A Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly Weight Standing X Walking X Sitting X Lifting X Carrying X Pushing X Pulling X Climbing X Balancing X Stooping X Kneeling X Crouching X Crawling X Reaching X Handling X Grasping X Feeling X Physical Demands A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical Demand N/A Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly Weight Talking X Hearing X Repetitive Motions X Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination X Qualifications Education Education Level Education Details Required/ Preferred Master's Degree In Speech Pathology Required Work Experience Experience Experience Details Required/ Preferred At least 1 year experience Twelve (12) months experience with adult speech/language-impaired population Preferred and Minimum 1 year experience Clinical fellowship (CFY) candidate will be considered. Required