Job Description

Location: Smithtown, New York

Category: Allied Health / Clinical Professional

Schedule: ['Per Diem']

Shift: Day shift

Hours: 7:30a - 4:30p

Req ID: 75343

Overview

St. Catherine of Siena Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials. Our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities.

We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence based practice to improve outcomes – to every patient, every time.

Job Details

Responsible for the speech therapy services in the department

• Plans, implements, administers, and within the scope of Speech-Language Pathology.
• Confers regularly with the director and other supervisors involved in patient services to ensure timely provision and integration of therapy with the patient’s care plan.

Provides direct clinical services to patients with communication disorders

• Evaluates patients to determine the type of speech and/or language disorder.
• Develops an individualized plan of care tailored to the patient’s needs.
• Ensures that the plan of care meets accepted professional standards and practices.
• Provides rehabilitation services and guides the patient in speech/language exercises and self-care activities for improving functions.
• Ensures that adequate services as prescribed by the physician for patients is met.

Responsible for preparation and submission of department/facility reports, assuring confidentiality of all records

• Prepares and submits written evaluation reports.
• Accurately writes progress notes in patient chart.
• Submits procedure charges on a daily basis.

Provides care that reflects an understanding of individual cultural and religious diversities and needs as well as recognition of patient rights

• Creates and maintains an atmosphere of courtesy and respect toward patients, families and staff.
• Demonstrates respect for religious and cultural diversity in all interactions with patients, families and staff.
• Provides patient education regarding patients’ rights.

Requirements

Education:

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology required.

Licensure/Certification:

NYS licensed Speech Pathologist and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence required

• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association.
• Previous hospital experience preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to staff members, management peers, and hospital administration.
• Prior experience with EPIC preferred
• Prior experience with Modified Barium Swallow study required
• Experience with trach/vent population required

Salary Range

USD $69.45 - USD $69.45 /Hr.

The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.