Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

Department

• Scotland
• Memorial
• Hospital -
• Speech and
• Audiology
• Status:
• Part time
• Shift: 1st (United
• States of
• America)
• Schedule
• Details/Additional
• Information: Experience (Years/Type)
• 2 + Years Experience Certification/Licensure (including annual requirements)
• Current NC licensure as Speech Pathologist
• SFY/CFY or CCC;
• CPR Specialized Training
• Swallowing, Pediatrics, And Geriatric Experience Computer Skills (Hardware & Software)
• General Familiarity With Computer Use Other Skills And Competencies
• Demonstrates Excellent Communication Skills, Both Written And Verbal.
• Diplomacy, Tact, And A Positive Approach To Problem Solving Are Required To Be Successful.
• Organizational Skills Are A Must.
• Fosters A Teamwork Environment.
• Must Be Able To Communicate With Patients, Customers, Other Departments, And Staff In An Articulate Manner.

Job Description

A.Patient Care 1.Demonstrates skill and accuracy in performing patient evaluations including gathering appropriate information from the medical history, patient/family interview, physician contact; selects the most appropriate evaluation tool; administers the tools according to standardized or recommended techniques. 2.Always prepares a complete written evaluation for the patient’s chart, using objective data with clear and concise language. 3.Develops appropriate long and short term goals, consistent with evaluation results and age, intelligence level, and interest of the patient. The goals are also developed in consultation with the patient and other concerned professionals. 4.Regularly re-assesses patient progress, adjusting plan of treatment accordingly. 5.Records treatment and patient progress accurately, and in a timely manner, consistent with department policy. 6.Regularly communicates with patient/family concerning progress and discharge plans. 7.Develops discharge summaries in a timely manner, to include referrals to outside agencies, as needed. 8.Administers and delegates modality and treatment procedures appropriately and correctly including: manual techniques and estim. 9.Demonstrates safe body mechanics during patient care and support activities. 10.Provides effective instruction to the patient and family members through standardized educational programs and individualized training appropriate to the education level and communication ability of the patient. 11.Assure delivery of quality speech therapy services for all areas in which the department provides patient care. 12.Manages caseload and therapist hours to suit needs of the patients while ensuring that the deadlines of the system and other support services are met. 13.Age Specific Competency: Staff members will have knowledge of human growth and development through the life span of the patient and have the ability to meet the needs of and provide the care of these patients. The age categories to be included are: Neonatal/Infant: 0 - 11 months; Pediatrics: 1 - 12 years; Adolescence: 13 - 17 years; Young Adult/Adult: 18 - 64 years; Adult/Middle-Aged: 65 - 79 years; Geriatric: 80+ years 14.Performs other duties as directed by the Speech-Language Clinical Coordinator and/or Director of Rehab. B.Administrative 1.Assists in maintaining departmental records, inventorying and requisitioning supplies, and in maintaining department equipment and supplies. 2.Demonstrates a cost-conscious attitude in all aspects of job. 3.Consistently ensures all charges and corresponding paperwork is recorded accurately and in a timely manner. 4.Consistently provides liaison contact with other appropriate agencies for referral and follow-up continuity as needed. 5.Regularly provides supervision to SFY/CFY clinicians as outlined by state and national policies. Careers At Scotland Health Care System, we’re proud to employ a team of dedicated professionals who embody the Scotland Way. Founded in 1946, Scotland Health Care System is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization serving Laurinburg, North Carolina. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to deliver safe, high-quality, compassionate, and sustainable health care to everyone in need. We offer a full spectrum of services—including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care—along with specialized programs in cancer treatment, cardiac care, surgical services, and women’s health. Our culture is built on caring—for our patients and for our people. We believe that when we take exceptional care of our employees, they can provide exceptional care to our communities. That’s why we offer: Competitive compensation Family-friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave and On-Site Childcare Flexible scheduling Exclusive savings programs Career growth and advancement opportunities If you’re looking for more than just a job—if you want a meaningful career where you can make a difference—Scotland Health Care System is the place for you. Join our team today! Scotland Health Care System in Laurinburg, North Carolina is proud to be the community's health care system. We are a community owned and controlled not-for-profit organization that includes Scotland Memorial Hospital, Scotland Physicians Network with sixteen medical practices, Scotland Regional Hospice (formerly Hospice of Scotland County), Scotland Family Counseling Center, and Scotland Memorial Foundation. Here at Scotland Health Care System, we understand that healthcare is evolving. Advances in medicine and strides in technology are providing local communities access to better healthcare. It is our desire to provide you the best care possible. Our staff will be here to help you and your loved ones when the need arises. Our Beliefs About Our Future: To successfully accomplish our Mission and Vision our transformation must include creative and innovative changes in what we do and how we do it. We must change from a hospital and provider-centric model to a patient-centered, ambulatory model. There will be a continued focus on moving the industry to an increasingly ambulatory based delivery model focused on the health of the individual patient and the overall health of the population we serve. New payment models will incent us to better coordinate our patient’s care along the continuum of services. This includes both how our patients are treated and how their treatment information flows. New partners, arrangements, and competitors will emerge for us as a result of the new treatment and payment models. We will be strategically advantaged by coordinating access to a comprehensive continuum of care. Patients and their families will behave more like Consumers, expecting more Value, Convenience, and Access, in addition to caring and compassionate Service. Limited opportunities to pursue Smart Growth will necessitate us focusing our strategic efforts and resource allocation decisions.