Speech Therapist II

Organization:

EMC - Eden Medical Center

Position Overview:

Provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with cognitive, speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Assists with clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.

Job Description:

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

REHABILITATION SERVICES:

• Develops or implements treatment plans for problems such as stuttering, delayed language, and swallowing disorders.

• Completes patient evaluations and tests per Speech Pathology Standards of Practice, and other standards as required.

• Develops and updates the patient's Plan of Care (POC).

• Assesses and provides and/or progresses treatment for patients per plan of care per established standards.

• Completes all documentation related to charge capture per established standards.

• Coordinates patient care effectively and efficiently with other care provider and support team members.

• Ensure compliance with other department and organization requirements and responsibilities.

• Works flexible shift assignments, e.g. days of week, hours.

• Assists with clinical supervision of assistants and aides.

• Functions as clinical instructor for assigned students.

CLERICAL:

• Prepares and completes accurate documentation related to patient, including all therapy performed in medical and departmental records per standards as required.

• May perform general clerical tasks, such as answering phones; updating patient appointments; or retrieving, entering, and revising patient Electronic Health Records (EHR).

SAFETY:

• Participates in quality improvement processes and interdisciplinary projects.

• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after each use.

• Inspects and uses equipment per manufacturers' guidelines recording data and reporting malfunctions per policy.

COMPLIANCE:

• Maintains strictest confidence of all patients Protected Health Information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.

• Prepares, administers, and documents services in accordance with state and federal regulations.

• Compliant with other department and organization requirements and responsibilities.

• Retains certification and completes mandated continuing education requirements to meet facility and regulatory agencies accreditation and licensure requirements.

EDUCATION:

Master's: Graduate of an accredited speech pathology program

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

2 years recent relevant experience.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

SP-Licensed Speech Pathologist.

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.

Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.

Ability to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirement.

Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.

Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.

Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.

Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

One Weekend Shift a month

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $58.35 to $72.94 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.