Speech Therapist, Outpatient

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients.

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in a variety of inpatient and/or outpatient areas, as assigned. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team members. Performs other clinical, teaching, and administrative duties as required. Serves as positive ambassador for all Rehabilitation Services.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

1. Clinical

1 .1 Able to interpret physician referrals to perform basic clinical evaluations.

1. Comprehensive Patient Care

2.1 Utilizes assistant and support staff and volunteers appropriately and safely in the delivery of patient care.

1. Clinical Supervision

3.1 Appropriately delegates responsibility to therapy assistants, clinical students and support staffs, and maintains an appropriate and compliant level of clinical supervision and documentation review/co-signature.

1. Documentation

4.1 Maintains concise and accurate patient care documentation and billing in accordance with system, hospital and department policy and regulatory requirements.

1. Education

5.1 Demonstrates participation in professional development and stays informed of current developments in the field by attending department in-services and seeking opportunities to expand own knowledge of the profession and related fields.

1. Administration

6.1 Uses equipment in a safe and effective manner. Reports malfunctioning or missing equipment to Supervisor and takes corrective action to remove equipment from use.

EDUCATION

Graduate of accredited Speech Language Pathology program or equivalent and M.S. degree

EXPERIENCE

No experience required. One (1) to two (2) years’ experience in an academic/large medical center-based practice preferred.  Experience working with children and/or adults depending on the assigned setting.  Clinical experience with a variety of diagnoses to include post-surgical, developmental, neurological, genetic, oncologic, and traumatic.

LICENSURE

Must maintain a current unencumbered license or temporary permit to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in CT. All newly hired employees must have a current BLS certification or obtain within two months of hire.  Membership in American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) required.

SPECIAL SKILLS

The individual should demonstrate age-specific knowledge in basic anatomy and physiology, psychology and Speech Language Pathology theory, evaluations, and treatment techniques to be applied to a diverse patient population. Observation skills, communication skills (both verbal and written), and an ability to work with patients, families and other providers in a synergistic manner are essential.  The individual should also be willing and able to assume increased responsibilities as required.

Experience with FEES, MBS and TEP preferred.

HOURS: Per Diem/As Needed

Adult and/or Pediatric Outpatient experience preferred.