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(Full-Time, Days) SLP - NICU/Outpatient Pediatrics

Candidates must have completed their Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and possess at least 1 year of NICU experience.

Pay range: $47.54 - $71.30

ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist

REPORTS TO POSITION: Rehabilitation Supervisor or Manager

DEPARTMENT: Rehabilitation

DATE LAST REVIEWED: August 2024

OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together

OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value

OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork

DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The Rehabilitation Department provides therapy and nursing services to patients, families and patient's caregivers including: Rehabilitation Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology. Our department operates as a system department and provides services to Acute Care, Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility and Outpatient settings across four campuses. Our Rehabilitation departments offer a variety of specialty services across the various services delivery areas.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates, plans, and provides treatment and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician. Works with family and team members regarding patient's abilities and goals.

This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

Adheres to Oregon State Speech-Language Licensing Board Standards.

Performs evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, hearing, language, voice, cognitive or swallowing disorders.

Provides community resource, knowledge and referral services.

Provides staff consultation and training.

May be required to drive Rehabilitation van and meet all related SCHS vehicle policy requirements.

Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team to assure care is accomplished effectively and efficiently in a cost effective manner.

Participates in clinical care conferencing.

Gathers data and accurately documents information in a timely manner demonstrating compliance with department standards.

Participates with team members in facilitating patient's and family's learning throughout the course of care. Reinforces patient's continued health care through teaching and/or referral to community agency follow-up.

Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.

Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.

Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.

May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

EDUCATION:

Required: Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a college or university accredited by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association.

Preferred: N/A

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Required: Must have necessary requisites for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the Oregon State Board of Health. Must have active Certificate of Clinical Competance (CCC) from the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). Must have necessary requisites for a valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements. Ability to travel to business functions/trainings/meetings and all St. Charles Health System worksites. Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence.

Preferred: N/A

EXPERIENCE:

Required: 1 year experience required of therapy procedures with medical based diagnoses and familiarity with rehabilitation practices.

Preferred: Previous experience in a hospital-based setting. See additional position information for list of preferred certifications.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:

Preferred Certifications:

Neonatal Therapy Certification Board: Neonatal Therapy Certification (NTCB).

Northern Speech Services: Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Scale (MBSIMP).

American Board of Child Language and Language Disorders: Board Certified Specialist- Child Language (BCS-CL).

American Board of Fluency and Fluency Disorders: Board Certified Specialist- Stuttering, Cluttering and Fluency Disorders (BCS-SCF).

American Board of Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders: Board Certified Specialist- Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders (BCS-S).

Brain Injury Associate of America: Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS).

LSVT Global: LSVT LOUD.

Evergreen Certifications: Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). ADHD-Certified Rehabilitation Services Provider (ADHD-RSP).

International Association of Orofacial Myology: International Association of Orofacial Myology (COM).

Physiological Oncology Rehab Institute: PORi Certification for oncology therapy (PORi).

Neurorecovery Unlimited: Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist (CSRS).

Additional Skills Needed:

Communication/Interpersonal

Demonstrates St. Charles Health System values of Accountability, Caring and Teamwork in every interaction.

Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.

Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels within St. Charles Health System and external customers/clients/potential employees.

Strong team working and collaborative skills.

Ability to effectively reach consensus with a diverse population with differing needs.

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Organizational

Ability to multi-task and work independently.

Attention to detail.

Mathematical Skills:

Performs basic math (add, subtract, multiply and divide) calculations.

Language Skills:

Read, write, speak and understand English.

Computer

Basic to intermediate ability and experience in computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.

Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds.

Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.

Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.

Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.

Exposure to Elemental Factors

Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.

Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.

Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category

Risk for Exposure to BBP

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Schedule Weekly Hours:

38

Caregiver Type:

Regular

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Is Exempt Position?

No

Job Family:

SPEECH LANGUAGE

Scheduled Days of the Week:

As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays)

Shift Start & End Time:

0730-1700