Speech Language Pathologist

Where You’ll Work

In 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient : Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Performs patient assessment / data collection and formulates treatment plans for individuals with disorders of cognition, communication and swallow; reviews goals and treatment plan with patient and / or caregiver.

• Reviews medical record / documentation prior to initial evaluation to familiarize self with patient’s history and obtains necessary information to perform a thorough, quality assessment.
• Develops Speech Language Pathology plan of care to meet established goals and individualized needs of patient / client.
• Selects and administers assessment tools according to standards as established by profession and department.
• Completes functional swallow / communication assessment related to patient’s individual needs within the designated service area.
• Demonstrates clinical skills for differentially diagnosing communication and cognitive skills.
• Demonstrates clinical skills for differentially evaluating and diagnosing swallowing and obtains baseline swallow status, assesses risks for aspiration, determines diet level
• Performs video swallow studies and FEES to evaluate, diagnose and treat swallowing issues.
• Communicates status, needs and treatment plan with the patient and designated caregiver(s) / staff in an effective manner.

Implements and updates a treatment plan that includes : consultation with other disciplines; communication of recommendations to referral sources; and participation in team decision-making.

Completes all required documentation, in an accurate and thorough manner, of speech language pathology treatment in accordance with FHS documentation standard.

Job Requirements

Education / Work Experience Requirements

Job Knowledge / Abilities :

Licensure / Certification