Speech Language Pathologist - (FT)

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for administration and direct application of Speech / Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a CMC privileged referring licensed practitioner.

Evaluates, plans, directs and treats all patients appropriately referred to speech / language pathology for treatment to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury.

Assists patient to obtain maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine normal life within the constraints of their disability.

Participates in performance improvement activities within the department and participates in QM activities. Assure personal competency.

Provides information related to departmental budget considerations in relationship to Speech Pathology needs for optimum patient care and service.

Assists in scheduling of patient visits for speech pathology evaluation and treatment. Participates in both departmental and organizational in-services.

Job Specific :

• Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect and recommends change as needed. (EF)
• Ability to perform an appropriate evaluation on all patients as related to the referral and diagnosis. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population. (EF)
• Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs, home needs, and evaluates / records effectiveness of learning;

family is included in teaching as appropriate. (EF)

• Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy modalities. (EF)
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious / spiritual needs of patients. (EF)
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.
• Interacts professionally with patient / family and involves patient / family in the information of the plan of care. (EF)
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to licensed practitioner, staff and administration team. (EF)
• Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and organizational policy is followed. (EF)
• Maintains records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department. (EF)
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. (EF)
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and other departments. (EF)
• Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
• Documentation meets current standards and policies. (EF)
• Assists with orientation and in-service training for certified department staff members, participates in evaluation / guidance and educational programs.
• Patient Care Services assigned members of the Stroke Team are responsible for attending quarterly meetings and to comply with 8 hours of stroke education, annually.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Required : Master’s degree in Speech / Language Pathology

EXPERIENCE

Required : None

Preferred : Prefer one to two years of combined exposure to neuro., skilled nursing patients, out-patients, home health.

Special Skills and Abilities :

Required : Maintain professional skills as required by Citizens Medical Center and Texas Department of Health and ASHA

Preferred : None

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Required : Licensed as / or working toward license as a SLP or intern in the State of Texas. Certified (CCC-SLP) or working toward certification (CFY-SLP) by ASHA.

BCLS certification required.

COMPANY PROFILE

Citizens Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community hospital known for compassionate patient care, clinical expertise, and bringing advanced medical services to the South Texas region since 1956.

Today, Citizens is a 317-bed acute care hospital with over 1,200 employees. Voted Best of the Best hospital in Victoria for 14 consecutive years, Citizens Medical Center is a level III Trauma Center, with a newly renovated 24 / 7 Emergency Department that includes an onsite medical helicopter.

Citizens has a comprehensive Community Cancer Program that includes two linear accelerators and HDR brachytherapy. Citizens is recognized for its outstanding cardiology program which includes a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center and is a Primary Stroke Center.

Citizens also includes a comprehensive, accredited Bariatric Surgery program, Birth Center with labor and delivery, an imaging and surgery center, sleep study center, state-of-the-art rehabilitation and fitness center, urology center and daVinci robotics minimally invasive surgery options, a home health agency, and has a long history of providing continuing education for healthcare providers and the community.

Citizens Medical Center is looking for employees who actively demonstrate service excellence by exemplifying our iCare values.

If you are someone who displays respect and enthusiasm for patients, visitors, and coworkers while consistently upholding the hospital’s commitment to providing outstanding outcomes, service excellence, and fiscal responsibility, then you could be a good fit for the CMC team!

BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Health

Medical, Dental, Vision

STD, LTD Disability

Supplemental Life, AD&D

Flexible Spending (FSA)

Employer paid life insurance and short term disability

Retirement / Investment

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

457(b) Deferred Compensation

Well-Being Benefits

Paid Time Off

Sick leave, Bereavement leave, Jury Duty / Witness Service

Tuition Reimbursement

Hospital-paid & administered annual immunizations

HealthPlex (gym) membership discount

YMCA partnership discount for childcare

Employee Assistance Programs

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