Speech Pathologist- Inpatient Rehab- Sign On Bonus Eligible

WellStar Kennestone Hospital

$65K — $97K *

clock More than 8w ago

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Job Description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Overview
The speech language pathologist evaluates patients and develops the speech/language plan of care in the areas of speech, language, voice, cognition and swallowing in collaboration with the physician. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also required in this role.

Responsibilities
Core Responsibilites and Essential Functions

  • Patient Assessment
    * In collaboration with the physician, responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to speech, language, cognition, voice and swallowing.
    * Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members.
    * Establishes realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals.
  • Treatment Planning and Provision of Care
    * Implements the speech language therapy treatment plan
    * Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals.
    * Revises goals/plan of care with patient/family input
    * Provides ongoing patient/family education and training
    * Provides discharge instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as appropriate
    * Acts as a referral source for staff, families, physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services.
  • Documentation
    * Documents the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelines
    * Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols
    * Completes and submits family education, discharge and other required documentation within facility and program guidelines
  • General requirements
    * Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
    * Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
    * Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
    * Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
    * Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately.
    * Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members. Attends and participates in staff meetings, required inservices, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.
    * Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
    * Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.
    * Observes infection prevention precautions
  • Customer Service
    * Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service. Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients.
    * Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.
    * Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration.
    * Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately
  • Professional Development
    * Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities.
    * Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.
    * Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure.
    * Participates in orientation and training of new employees.
    * Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements

  • Required for All Jobs

  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.


  • Qualifications
    Required Minimum Education

  • Graduate from an accredited speech-language pathology program. Required and
  • Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or other related degree. Required

  • Required Minimum Experience

    Required Minimum Skills

  • Effective communication skills,
  • customer service focused,
  • team oriented, and
  • basic computer skills.

  • Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

  • Speech Language Pathologist Required
  • Basic Life Support Required
  • BLS - Instructor Required
  • BLS - Provisional Required

  • Additional Licenses and Certifications

    Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

    About WellStar Kennestone Hospital

    Learn More About WellStar Kennestone Hospital
    WellStar Kennestone Hospital is a not-for-profit hospital located in Marietta, Georgia. It is the largest hospital in the WellStar Health System and has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, cancer care, heart care, and women's services. It is also a teaching hospital, with residency programs in internal medicine, family medicine, and obstetrics and gynecology. WellStar Kennestone Hospital is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients and the community it serves.
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