Speech Language Pathologist PRN
Company: EMPOWERME
Location: Dyer
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
PRN SLPCHL of DyerEmpowerMe Wellness is an integrated healthcare
organization purpose-built to improve outcomes for seniors and
enrich the communities they call home. As a core partner to senior
living communities nationwide, we drive positive outcomes from a
place of deep compassion and expertise. Our dedicated teams provide
an integrated approach to the most impactful services in senior
living-primary care, therapy, diagnostics, and pharmacy. Through
best-in-class services and state-of-the-art technology, we
relentlessly pursue opportunities that positively impact the lives
of seniors and improve the senior care industry.Position Summary:We
provide therapy and wellness services to Assisted Living,
Independent Living, and Memory Care Senior Living Communities.As a
Speech Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for providing
a full range of speech pathology services including assessment,
treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions in an
interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's
qualifications, professional practices, and ethical standards. You
will also contribute to program development, quality improvement,
and problem-solving in accordance with company-wide policies and
clinical initiatives, to optimize each patient's functional
well-being and satisfaction.Essential Duties:The following duties
are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as
exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and
assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Perform appropriate assessment(s) and reassessment(s) of patient's
functional abilities, including physical, emotional, cognitive, and
sensory components to evaluate the necessity of skilled speech
therapy intervention; identify and initiate clinically appropriate
therapeutic intervention that is evidence-based and comprehensive
to the needs of the individual patient and/or as directed by
physician orders in accordance with the appropriate professional
standard, applicable state/federal laws and by the company Educate
and communicate with patients, family, and other patient care
personnel regarding the individualized treatment plan for the
patient; and routinely provide feedback to patients, their family
member(s), and care staff personnel regarding progression, goal
achievement, and discharge plans Identify the need for, and make,
referrals to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs
of patients Assume supervisory responsibility and accountability
for new speech language pathology graduates (in clinical fellowship
year) and students in accordance with federal, state, and payer
guidelines, including communication and documentation Assess,
conduct appropriate intervention(s), and/or make recommendations to
physician(s) regarding patient pain interfering with an optimal
level of function of participation in rehabilitation Assist in
training and orientation of EmpowerMe Wellness and/or community
staff, as well as students, in relation to rehabilitation therapy
Communicate professionally, clearly and maintain a good working
relationship with physicians, care staff, the administrative team,
and interdisciplinary teams, as well as demonstrate flexibility to
ensure patient/facility/customer needs are being met Ensure
documentation is completed, and charges are entered, in a timely,
thorough, and accurate manner and in accordance with state
guidelines and company policy Perform all aspects of patient care
in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the
likelihood of medical/health care errors; manage and operate
equipment safely and correctly; maintain department cleanliness and
safety Provide input in formulating budget, assist in evaluating
department performance versus budget controls, and takes
appropriate action to remain within budget guidelines Maintain
professional expertise through continued education as necessitated
by licensure and as appropriate for the provision of specific
treatments utilizing EmpowerMe Wellness educational resources when
available Develop speech therapy department by frequently reviewing
best practices, providing guidance for, and conducting, in-services
and other educational training in compliance with federal and state
professional requirements Participate in infection control,
departmental equipment training, organizational safety, and fire
safety programs, patient/family and team conferences and attend
departmental / company training as requested, and provides positive
contributions to interdepartmental discussions Achieve productivity
goals and expectations as identified by the Company Treat patients
and their families with respect and dignity - identify and address
the psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs
of patients and their families Comply with HIPAA & PHI guidelines
and protects confidentiality at all times Offer to assist other
staff and demonstrates flexibility in carrying out shared team
functions including special projects Other duties as
assignedQualifications, Education, and/or Experience:To perform
this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. A
Masters degree from an accredited program in Speech
Pathology/Communication Disorders; ASHA Certificate of Clinical
Competence is also required One (1) year of experience in
rehabilitation in senior care communities or related settings is
preferred Current state licensure, in good standing, as Speech
Language Pathologist Basic Life Support/CPR certification Knowledge
of Medicare payment systems and EHR/EMR systems Proven ability to
build and maintain a patient caseload, specifically within a Med B
setting Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills along
with the heart and passion to work with older adults while
providing the best care possible Passion to achieve results through
self-motivation, initiative, and proactive orientation with a sense
of professional curiosity, desire to learn new things, and to
find/recommend solutions to problems Sense of professional
curiosity, desire to learn new things, and to find/recommend
solutions to problems Driven to achieve and exceed goals and have
the ability to motivate others to do the same Conduct oneself in a
professional manner at all times with the ability to effectively
perform conflict intervention and resolution Must exhibit and
promote a high level of professionalism, customer service, and
friendliness in all interactions with employees, patients, and
visitors throughout the organization TB required / CPR "as required
by location"Computer Skills:Proficiency in applicable Electronic
Medical/Health Records systems and working knowledge of Microsoft
applications, such as Word, Outlook, and ExcelPhysical Demands:To
perform this mission successfully, an individual should possess the
physical ability to lift/move 50lbs, maintain a stationary
position, move freely, operate equipment, ascend/descend freely,
position self to reach equipment above or below normal standing
height, and communicate with employees throughout the organization.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to
stand; sit; stoop; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and
reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust
focus.This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance
with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide
reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to
discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Keywords: EMPOWERME, Chicago , Speech Language Pathologist PRN, Healthcare , Dyer, Illinois
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