Travel Speech Language Pathologist
Alameda, CA
LanceSoft
5x8 hrs, Days

Required Certs:
BLS
SLP-CF
State License


These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).
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 patient 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: Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. Master's in speech pathology from an educational institution accredited by the Education and Training Board of American Speech Language Hearing Association


Possesses the ability to organize, use time efficiently, and communicate well

Demonstrates clinical assessment skills in area of expertise

Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills