SPEECH THERAPIST at Shannon Health

Job Summary

Plans and implements specific treatment programs for neonates through geriatric patients, according to accepted speech pathology practices and principles. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to perform the duties and responsibility of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
• The ability to consistently lift, push or pull loads of up to fifty (50) pounds. (Unless nursing 50)
• Sufficient strength, mobility and stamina to make frequent location and position changes, assist with patient care, and perform other physical activities of average difficulty.
• Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodations.
• May be exposed to infectious or contagious disease.
• May have to handle emergency situations.
• May be subject to irregular hours.
• May be required to wear protective equipment such as eye protection, face protection, masks, sterile/nonsterile gloves, isolation gowns.
• May be exposed to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents.
• Physical activities include continuous sitting, and occasional walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting.
• Activity Conditions (Occasionally, Frequently, Continuously):
  • Sitting- Continuously
  • Walking- Frequently
  • Standing- Frequently
  • Bending-Occasionally
  • Squatting - Occasionally
  • Climbing-Occasionally
  • Kneeling-Occasionally
  • Twisting-Occasionally

Visual and Hearing Requirements

• Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.

Working Conditions

Primarily Works in a well-lighted and air-conditioned environment with period of heavy workload and stress. This role may include working in less-than-ideal home conditions, which can include exposure to extreme temperatures and environments that may not meet typical cleanliness standards such as clutter, unkept surfaces, and homes with pets. Works in various conditions.

Performance: Essential Functions

Decision Making: Ability to make decisions and takes appropriate action based on the information they have. Recognizes own limitations and consults with the supervisor, manager, or team member when appropriate.

Time Management: Works efficiently and manages duties to ensure that tasks are completed with accuracy and within the scheduled shift or reasonable amount of time.

Quality & Quantity: Demonstrates accurate, knowledge and skill to carry out job duties. Follows departmental work policies and procedures. Speed and consistency of output and time utilization of job duties.

Computer Knowledge & Electronic Equipment Use: Demonstrates ability to consistently utilize electronic equipment and online computer programs to perform job duties, including electronic documentation, and order entry.

Resource Utilization: Consistently utilizes and maintains supplies and equipment to minimize lost charges and unnecessary equipment repair-replacement.

Confidentiality: Adheres to established policies on privacy and security requirements for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as applicable by Shannon Policy.

Responsibilities
Supervises the Following Positions

Positions: Students

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Knowledge of hospital and home health policies and procedures affecting physical medicine and speech therapy department.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of speech/language pathology, instructional and demonstration methods, and procedures used in documentation of patient treatments.
• Skill in evaluation and treatment of a variety of clinical disorders in neonatal to geriatric populations.
• Skill in oral and written communication to effectively communicate needed clinical information.
• Ability to interpret, evaluation/treatment information to further determine appropriate intervention. Ability to relate to clinical information on a variety of levels relative to the receiver of the information. Ability to display patience, diplomacy, and dependability. Ability to manage time effectively and work as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to adhere to hospital policies and procedures governing patient privacy, appropriate access, and confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required
  
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Experience:

• Preferred
  
  • One year of experience in Speech Therapy
  • One year of experience in Home Health

Certification/Licensure:

• Required
  
  • Speech-Language Pathology License with authorization to practice in the State of Texas
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
    
    • Must obtain within ninety (90) days of start date
  • Valid Texas Driver's License
  • Auto Insurance