Speech Pathologist II

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JOB SUMMARY This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job. This is a Fixed Term position. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and/or treating speech disorders. Speech Language Pathologists assigned to treat pediatric patients at LPCHS provide intervention to infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents with disorders that affect development of behavioral skills within the professional scope of practice. The Speech Pathologist II is a senior therapist with expertise and experience in developing treatment plans for complex cases and for a wide variety of ages and diagnoses, utilizing and applying innovative and advanced skills and techniques to solve patient care needs in an accurate and efficient manner. The Speech Pathologist II takes a leadership role in multidisciplinary care team discussions, representing and recommending the most appropriate treatment plan for the needs of the patient. The clinician serves as a clinical care advisor/guide to less experienced therapists by answering questions, reviewing treatment plans and collaborating to develop and implement complex speech therapy care plans. Supervises patient care responsibilities speech pathology students/interns and Rehabilitation Aides and orients and mentors staff when appropriate. Participates in program development, performance improvement, development of departmental policies and procedures, and other specialized programs. Provides diagnostic evaluations and treatment for patients with communication disorders, including speech, hearing and language problems. Addresses articulation, fluency and voice and utilizes augmentative and alternative communications systems for patient to improve communication skills when indicated. Evaluates and treats cognitive deficits, and evaluates swallowing disorders at the bedside by video fluoroscopy. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct. * Alleviates impairment and functional limitation by designing, implementing and modifying therapeutic interventions appropriate to patient's diagnosis, impairments and prognosis; Adapts treatment plans based on continuous assessment, progress made and patient goals. * Develops appropriate treatment plans that include specific treatment methods, duration and frequency of treatment, and goals; Selects and administers appropriate assessment and treatment techniques. * Performs age appropriate competency skills in area of practice and with respect to individual patient's problems. * Discharges patient from treatment when appropriate with adequate discharge planning including equipment procurement and family training, and communicates this appropriately to patient, family and health care team. * Identifies departmental performance improvement issues and participates in performance improvement activities, e.g. chart reviews, revision of documentation forms, workflow studies, etc. * Regularly re-evaluates patient care services and programs, and completes assignments in the departmental plan to improve services. * Contributes to the development of departmental policies and procedures. * Participates in new program development, for example by developing treatment protocols for new patient populations. * Identifies needs for equipment repair or upgrade to maintain quality of care. * Makes recommendations for selection and purchase of specific equipment and supplies. * In conjunction with medical team, completes effective differential diagnosis and interprets diagnostic findings of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disabilities. * Initiates and participates in a leadership role in the multidisciplinary care planning to meet the needs of each patient and family, including participation in rounds and patient care conferences, communicating with and teaching other care providers. * Performs off-site visits and contacts community agencies as necessary to provide continuity of service between hospital and community. * Organizes and maintains a patient caseload consistent with department pr

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