Relief Speech Pathologist, Inpatient

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

Within the scope of practice, the Relief Speech-Language Pathologist at LPCHS provide diagnostic evaluations and treatment for patients with communication disorders, including speech, hearing, and language disorders. Under the guidance of Rehab Management, the Relief Speech-Language Pathologist performs patient care and is responsible for all clinical aspects for assigned patient's care, including evaluation and treatment planning and progression. The Relief Speech-Language Pathologist provides assessment of all communication skills, including articulation, phonology, fluency, language, voice, cognitive communication skills, AAC needs, and social communication skills, as well as the evaluation and treatment for patients with feeding and swallowing disorders, the use of standardized assessment tools, and parent / caregiver training and hospital discharge planning. The Relief Speech-Language Pathologist may oversee and guide patient care responsibilities of a Rehabilitation Aide.

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.

• Performs patient care tasks with medically complicated patient populations. Determines rehab prognosis and implements the clinically indicated therapy plan of care. Determines the therapy diagnosis to address speech and language impairments. Selects and administers appropriate assessment and treatment techniques during all phases of the rehabilitation process.
• Evaluates, recommends, and trains on the use of durable medical equipment. May fabricate devices as clinically indicated. Discharges patients from treatment as clinically indicated, with adequate discharge planning including equipment procurement and patient / family training. Communicates discharge plan appropriately to patient, family, and health care team.
• Identifies needs for equipment repair or upgrade to maintain quality of care. Makes recommendations for selection and purchase of specific equipment and supplies.
• Initiates and participates in interdisciplinary care planning to meet the needs of each patient and family, including participation in rounds and patient care conferences and communicating with and instructing other care providers. May contact community agencies as necessary to provide continuity of service between hospital and community.
• Ensures documentation and billing are timely, accurate and complete, including evaluation, assessment, treatment precautions, plan of care, progress notes, discharge summaries, and charges.
• Performs patient care with fundamental skills in clinical reasoning, problem-solving and treatment interventions; Assesses and treats assigned patients within the CA SLP Licensing Board and ASHA (American Speech and Hearing Association) scope of practice including but not limited to feeding and swallow evaluation and treatment, and all aspects of communication.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education : Requirement met by License / Certification Requirement.

Experience : None Required

Preferred experience :  Preferred candidates will have experience with inpatient feeding and swallowing, and performing VideoFlouroscopic Swallow Studies and FEES.  Experience with cognitive communication and speaking valve evaluations is also preferred.

License / Certification :

KNOWLEDGE

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure / certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Additional Information

Pay Range

Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.

Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.

Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly) : $55.50 to $68.38

Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.