1 HOME HEALTH SPEECH THERAPIST (SLP) Job in Peotone, IL
Riverside Healthcare is Hiring a HOME HEALTH SPEECH THERAPIST (SLP) Near Peotone, IL
FTE: 0.010000
Shift: Varies
Location: PEOTONE HOME HEALTH CARE
SummaryThe Rehab Services Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) at Riverside Medical Center are committed to the provision of culturally and linguistically appropriate services in order to optimize individuals' ability to communicate and swallow, thereby improving quality of life. At Riverside, licensed s peech-language pathologists support and engage in science driven, evidence-based practice while providing care to customers. The licensed s peech-language pathologist provides screening, diagnostic evaluation and treatment services to patients exhibiting speech/language disorders (including cognition and voice) and/or swallowing disorders upon referral by a physician. The SLP reviews implementation of policies, procedures, and standards pertaining to the administration of speech pathology services within the Riverside Health System.
Experience/Education Requirements
- M ust possess a Master's Degree with a Major in Speech Pathology.
- Must possess (or be eligible for) Illinois State Licensure for Speech/Language Pathology. Must possess (or be eligible for) the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology awarded by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
- Attends continuing education events and conducts in-service programs upon course completion.
- A ttends interdisciplinary conferences as appropriate.
- C onfers with department head about policies and procedures relating to speech therapy.
- D ocumentation matches charges upon chart auditing.
- E nsures self and team compliance with dashboard and Quality Indicators.
- E valuates swallowing using videofluoroscopic studies in Radiology with accompanying report
- F unctions as a clinical instructor for student speech pathologists as scheduling allows.
- F unctions as a responsible team member to ensure appropriate scheduling of patients and distribution of workload, both intra and extra departmentally.
- M aintains timely and accurate documentation that meets all compliance standards and contains personalized patient education and plan of care.
- M akes requisitions for major equipment and supplies and is responsible for the upkeep of this equipment as it relates to SLP services.
- M eets the following productivity percentage on Outpatient, Acute and Rehab: less than or equal to 79.99 (NI), 80-81.99 (ME), 82-83.99 (M&SE), greater than 84 (CE).
- P articipates in and coordinates the assessment of individual competencies for SLPs.
- P articipates in community and departmental activities that promote rehabilitation and wellness.
- P articipates in Quality Improvement efforts, e.g., Journal Club, inservices, Magnet, chart auditing, etc.
- P rovides diagnostic and treatment services while maintaining high professional standards a n d evidenced-based practice.
- P rovides information and suggestions for communication with patients to staff, family and other close care individuals
- S creens, evaluates, and treats patients upon referral by a physician
- W orks independently under general supervision and takes ownership of workload and volumes.
- Lic Speech Pathologist
- MASTERS DEGREE
Riverside Medical Center proves that truly progressive medicine is being delivered in Chicago's southwest suburbs and East Central Illinois. Join a team that is not only concerned with providing the best care possible but also with offering a work environment of advancement and growth. Riverside is a place that embraces a culture where opinions count and dedications is respected, where superior performance is rewarded with competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
Other InformationExposure/Sensory Requirements
Exposure ToChemicals: N/A.
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids: Often in contact with saliva and phlegm with patients who have tracheostomy tubes and/or swallowing deficits.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Whatever hazards that may exist in patient rooms. Minimal.
Sensory Requirements (speech, Vision, Smell, Hearing, Touch)Speech: Needed to give directions and to administer tests, articulate and precise in order to provide/administer a good model to patients.
Vision: Needed to evaluate articulation movements, administer tests, view handwriting, and view patients use of argumentative systems and gestural or body language.
Smell: N/A
Hearing: Needed to adequately evaluate speech/language/voice impairments.
Touch: Needed to provide tactile cueing and physical prompting.
Activity/Lifting Requirements
Average Hours per Week: 20-40
Shift: Days
Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to: Sit: 30%
Twist: 2%
Stand: 25%
Crawl: 1%
Walk: 20%
Kneel: 1%
Lift: 5%
Drive: 1%
Squat: 5%
Climb: 2%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 3%
The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below: Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
Up to 20 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 50 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
Over 100 lbs: Not Required
Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.): Minimal lifting required overall. Must carry testing equipment from office to bedside or other appropriate areas within the Medical Center. Must lift overhead to obtain or replace items in cabinets. May occasionally assist other staff members, such as nurse, technicians, or other therapists with patient transfers, and/or adjusting the patient in bed.
Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity: Sit: 60
Twist: 2
Stand: 45
Crawl: 1
Walk: 15
Kneel: 2
Lift: 2
Drive: 60
Squat: 5
Climb: 2
Bend: 10
Reach above shoulders: 5
Repetitive Use Of Hands (Frequency Indicated)Simple grasp up to 10 lbs. Normal weight: Often
Pushing & pulling Normal weight: occasionally
Fine Manipulation: writing often and for lengthy periods during the day. May also push wheelchairs.
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Required elevating table in order to allow room for wheelchair armrests. Operating vehicle for home evaluations.
Environmental Factors & Special Hazards Environmental Factors (Time Spent)Inside hours: 8
Outside hours : 0
Temperature: Normal Range
Lighting: Average
Noise levels: Average
Humidity: Normal Range
Atmosphere: Odors, Dust
Special Hazards: Radiation: Conducting videofluoroscopic swallow evaluations in conjunction with radiology.
Protective Clothing Required: Thyroid collar, lead apron, neck & ring badges, lead glasses (optional), lead gloves (optional).
Job Summary
Full Time
Hospital
$58k-70k (estimate)
06/15/2024
07/09/2024
riversidehealthcare.org
WINSTED, CT
25 - 50
1964
RAJU ABRAHAM
$5M - $10M
Hospital
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About Riverside Healthcare
Riverside Healthcare is a fully integrated healthcare system serving the needs of patients throughout the counties of Kankakee, Iroquois, Will, Grundy and beyond. Riverside Healthcare is comprised of five entities: Riverside Medical Center is located in Kankakee, IL and is part of Riverside Healthcare, a fully integrated healthcare system serving the needs of individuals and communities throughout the counties of Kankakee, Iroquois, Will, Grundy and beyond. As part of the system, Riverside Medical Center, a 312-bed hospital, provides a full scope of inpatient and outpatient care and is a natio...nally recognized, award-winning Level II Trauma hospital with nationally-leading programs in heart care, cancer care, neurosurgery and orthopedics. Its reputation for nursing excellence has made Riverside the area's only Magnet Recognized hospital. Because Riverside's clinical performance ranks them among the top 5 percent of hospitals nationwide, Healthgrades has named them a Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence Award, and Truven Health Analytics presented them with the 100 Top Hospitals award. Riverside Senior Life Communities address the health care needs of the areas senior population. The four facilities that are a part of Riverside Senior Living Center include: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Riverside Miller Rehabilitation, and Assisted Living & Memory Care at Bourbonnais. Riverside Healthcare Foundation raises funds for the health system for use in facility construction and repair, new equipment acquisition, community health care education initiatives and clinical research. Oakside Corporation operates the Riverside Health Fitness Center and also coordinates community counseling programs, pharmacy, health equipment sales and leasing and home health care. For career opportunities, join our talent network here: http://www.jobs.net/jobs/riverside-medical-center/en-us/all-jobs/
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