Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Speech Language Pathologist - Acute (Relief) Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2024-31843 Position Category Rehabilitative Position Type Relief/Flex/Resource Job Type AFSCME union represented Department 9A Rehab - Acute Rehabilitation Services Salary Range $44.91 - $61.65 per hour (Commensurate with qualifications, experience and internal equity) FTE 0.00 Schedule This position requires availability of 4 shifts per 2 week pay period, with 2 of the shifts on weekend days, as determined according to the Employer's Hours Days HR Mission Healthcare Drug Testable Yes Department Overview

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The purpose of this position is to function as a member of the Rehabilitation services patient care team by providing speech-language pathology services such as screening assessments, diagnostic evaluations and patient training related to communication, swallowing and/or cognition. Therapists evaluate each patient referred, establish treatment goals and objectives, develop and implement the treatment plan, and assist in the process of discharge planning and post-hospital placement. Therapists are expected to supervise therapy interns, assist with other educational research activities conducted by the department or the hospital and meet hospital standards regarding documentation and productivity. This position may include weekend shift rotation.

Function/Duties of Position

Provides a safe therapeutic environment

Ensures the safety and welfare of patients and fellow employeesUtilizes proper posture, sound body mechanics and principles for safe patient handlingConsiders the needs of patients, employees, medical staff, volunteers, vendors and members of the community in an informative, courteous and compassionate mannerMaintains general good physical and mental health and self-care in order not to jeopardize the health and safety of self and others in the hospital

Professionalism

Maintains current knowledge of professional practice responsibilities and relevant national and state laws and issues which affect their practiceModels ethical appropriate behavior, professional standards, compliance, and personal integrityIdentifies and pursues continuing education opportunities; applies and shares new knowledgeParticipates in departmental staff meetings, daily huddle and in-service education programsTakes responsibility for special projects and assignments, and additional caseload when neededDisplays mature, empathetic and effective professional relationships by exhibiting compassion, integrity and concern for othersConducts oneself in an ethical and legal manner, upholding the ASHA Code of Ethics, OHSU, federal privacy policies, and state statues/OAR’s specific to disciplineAdapts to changing and demanding environments

Service

Practice is consistent with ASHA guidelines for the Clinical Fellowship YearReports program development needs and inservice education needs to supervisor and assists in implementation of itDemonstrates excellent customer service and communication skills in all interactions with patients and family, including both telephone and face-to-face situationsDemonstrates active listening skills and supportive, professional behavior at all times, to patients, families and staffAddresses complaints and problems promptly and courteously, involving management when indicatedCommunicates with patients and families, other healthcare team members, in a time and cost-efficient, courteous manner

Evaluation and Caseload Managemeny

Prioritizes patients care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitationEvaluates patients to determine appropriateness of referralIdentifies rehab potential, establishes treatment goals specific to the scope of acute care rehabilitation, including functional outcomes, quantitative measures and target datesPerforms diagnostic tests and maintains clinical competence (e.g. MBS, FEES)Develops treatment plans to achieve identified goalsDocuments evaluations in patient’s medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteriaEnters accurate codes for services performed and bills time in patient care accuratelyProvides surveillance and/or consultation in a time-efficient manner for patients, specific to care area; requesting orders and/or providing guidance to the patient’s team regarding activity or prevention of complications (including but not limited to diet/feeding recommendations)

Provides skilled rehabilitation treatment

Prioritizes care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitationPerforms and documents skilled patient care activities, including direct treatment and caregiver/patient/family educationMonitors and adjusts treatment plans specific to patient progressCommunicates patient needs and promotes carryover of communication strategies, swallowing precautions, etc. with nursing and other caregiversUpdates recommendations to team regarding continuing rehabilitation needs and plan as patient’s condition and situations warrantDirects, supports and providers supervision as required for aides and volunteersDevelops and enhances patient care program and patient outcomes in specialty areaDocuments treatment and other patient contacts in patient’s medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteria

Care Coordination

Collaborates with patient, family, and medical team in multidisciplinary patient rounds, ensuring a common level of understanding of the patient’s rehabilitation needs, and providing recommendations for rehab after dischargeRequests patient/family conferences as appropriate, and participates in conferences representing department, heightens awareness of and advocates for rehab needs of patientEnhances patient safety both during and after hospitalization by assisting the team in problem-solving, including but not limited to dysphagia, communication and cognition impairmentsProvides feedback and educates physicians, fellows, residents, and other health care providers about rehabilitation (including but not limited to medical necessity for skilled rehabilitation services and appropriate referrals and expectations for rehab outcome and intensity at various levels of care)

Performance Improvement and Professional Development

Maintains current knowledge of and complies with hospital and department policies and procedures, union contracts, etc.Ensures baseline skills for patient management in all inpatient areas and maintains proficiency through regular exposure and patient care activity, mentoring with other staff and formal or informal peer reviewParticipates in ongoing professional development, mentoring and competency assessment for self and other staff. Includes but is not limited to: attends educational classes appropriate to a job development, communicates additional training needs to direct supervisor, attends staff meetings and orients new staff, cross-trains for position in assigned or other areasAssists in department quality improvement. Independently maintains an organized schedule, solves schedule conflicts through peer collaboration and informs supervisor when adequate patient coverage in not availableCompletes 2 hours (or specific DNV requirement) specific continuing education, including but not limited to, attendance in continuing education courses, grand rounds, departmental competencies.

Department Operations

Maintains a clean, safe and orderly environment for the patients, family and staff. Includes, but is not limited to: maintaining supplies, equipment and forms, notifying appropriate personnel when cleaning or repair of equipment is needed, following infection control policiesEnsures scheduler/manager has ongoing, current availability for schedulingResponds in a timely manner to scheduling requestsMeets or exceeds departmental efficiency standardsComplies with all department policies, standards, guidelines, and/or job aides relating but not limited to attendance, frequency and prioritization, order response time, etc Required Qualifications Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology and possess a valid Oregon State licenseWhen the position is for a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY), meet educational requirements, have an OR state conditional license and be in the process of accumulating the supervised experience required for licensure (completion of Clinical Fellowship year). An Oregon State License must be obtained within one year of appointment or employment will be terminatedRequires knowledge of acute complex medical conditions to appropriately evaluate, establish and implement a plan of care.Must have knowledge of inpatient medical environments and equipment such as ventilators.Must be experienced with video fluoroscopyExhibit the ability to respond quickly and appropriately to medical situations that may ariseCurrent American Heart BLS CPR certificationCurrent State of Oregon Speech Language Pathology LicenseASHA CCC’s (Certificate of Clinical Competence)

Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications Acute Care speech-language pathology practice Additional Details

Pay Range: $44.91 - $61.65 per hour (Commensurate with qualifications, experience and internal equity)

All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.