Speech Pathologist II - Full Time
Company: Houston Methodist
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 23, 2021
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Job Description:
Houston Methodist Hospital
6565 Fannin St.
Houston, TX 77030
Category: Speech Therapy
Job Type: Full-Time Work Shift: DAY - Wednesday thru Sunday
schedule--Work Week: M - F
Job Summary
09/2018
At Houston Methodist, the Speech Language Pathologist II (SLP II)
is responsible for evaluating and developing the therapy plan of
care for a broad range of diagnoses and acuities. May specialize in
care for certain complex patient types, through advanced training
and education. As an experienced Therapist, provides education to
patients, patient--s family members, and/or caregivers, and
collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for
problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient
specific goals. As a member of the patient care team, provides
patient care directly. Delivers exceptional patient care with
adherence to safety standards and guidelines to ensure optimal
patient safety, customer service, and optimum patient outcomes.
Serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced
staff, including other Therapists, and technicians. May act as a
clinical resource to students, and Clinical Fellows. Assists with
collection of quality metrics and analytics. Assists with
development of best practices and process improvement initiatives,
as designated. May assist in coordination daily activities in
absence of manager or Lead.
PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED
Refer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care"
plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and
populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.
HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS
oProvide personalized care and service by consistently
demonstrating our I CARE values:
-INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
-COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional,
ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.
-ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our
actions.
-RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity,
and value.
-EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for
others to emulate.
oFocuses on patient/customer safety
oDelivers personalized service using HM Service Standards
oProvides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following
our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET,
Managing Up, Key Words)
oIntentionally rounds with patients/customers to ensure their needs
are being met
oInvolves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling
their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the
given job
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Job responsibilities labeled EF capture those duties that are
essential functions of the job.
PEOPLE - 20 %
1.Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a
dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one and others
to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all
members of the patient care team by actively communicating and
reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a
comprehensive manner. (EF)
2.Serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced
speech language pathologists, helping to advance their professional
practice at HM. May develop and present educational and formal
training sessions. (EF)
3.Teaches and provides guidance to nursing, and support staff.
Orients new team members and assists with precepting students in
clinical rotations and clinical fellows. (EF)
SERVICE - 20 %
1.Performs complete and comprehensive evaluation of patients across
a broad range of diagnosis and acuities to identify patient--s
level of function and to determine the treatment plan. Develops the
plan of care based on evaluation findings and implements the speech
therapy treatment plan. Assists in providing service to complex
patient populations. (EF)
2.Provides education to patients, patient--s family members, and/or
caregivers. Serves as resource to colleagues and nursing in
teaching best therapy practice. (EF)
3.Collaborates and communicates with the healthcare team
modifications to patient--s treatment plan, progress, and discharge
planning for achievement of identified patient specific goals.
(EF)
4.Balances and adjusts as needed the caseload for the assigned team
members to result in optimum patient care and outcome. (EF)
QUALITY/SAFETY - 20 %
1.Assesses patients regularly, monitors progress towards treatment
goals, modifies goals, and plan or program as indicated. Recognizes
complications/limitations associated with certain procedures and
proactively addresses such for optimum outcomes. (EF)
2.Proactively identifies opportunities for corrective action and
assists in process improvement by providing recommendations, and
contributes to meeting departmental and hospital targets for
quality and safety. Assists in development of treatment protocols
and best practice for certain population or practice area. (EF)
3.Provides select oversight of patient care provided by nursing,
caregivers, new employees assigned or assigned students, ensuring
quality outcomes and the safety of the patient, adjusting
activities as applicable. (EF)
FINANCE - 20 %
1.Uses resources efficiently to maximize utilization of time and
equipment. Meets labor productivity standards by effectively
managing established patient load assignments. (EF)
2.Maintains accurate and complete documentation of patient
education and procedures performed in a timely manner in the
patient record. Enters accurate charges for services provided, as
applicable. May assist with assigned tasks such as charge
development or reconciliations as applicable. (EF)
3.Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize tasks for self and for specialty area of focus. (EF)
GROWTH/INNOVATION - 20 %
1.Actively participates in and may lead departmental projects and
hospital committees. Participates in HM related and approved
hospital/community teaching opportunities, community services
and/or functions. (EF)
2.Assists higher level SLPs with program development and/or
clinical competencies. (EF)
3.Seeks opportunities to specialize and/or expand learning beyond
basic competencies with a focus on continual development as a
Speech Language Pathologist II. (EF)
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
oGraduate of education program approved by the credentialing body
for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certificates,
Licenses and Registrations section.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
oCompletion of HM Speech Language Pathology Clinical Fellowship
program; or 3 years of experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
and completion of a comparable Speech Language Pathology Clinical
Fellowship program
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED
oTexas Speech Language Pathologist License or or eligible for
temporary Texas Speech Language Pathologist License- must obtain
licensure within 90 days of employment
oCertificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
(CCC-SLP) by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
(ASHA)
oAmerican Heart Association BLS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
oDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
oSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security.
oAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principles.
oDemonstrates increasing expertise in treatments provided and/or
for a particular patient population.
oAbility to work independently, capable of handling
challenging/difficult therapy procedures and patient care
situations; demonstrates sound judgment and executes experienced
clinical skills.
oExhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with
all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent
customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and
co-workers.
oPossesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple
computer systems and standard Rehabilitation equipment.
oDemonstrate professional and technical competence in the
selection, evaluation, utilization of treatment plans for
increasingly complex patient populations.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Work AttireYes/No
Uniform No
ScrubsYes
Business professionalNo
Other (dept approved) Yes
On-Call* No (for Non-Exempt or Exempt jobs)
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Event, etc) regardless of
selection above.
Travel**
May require travel within Yes
Houston Metropolitan area
May require travel outside No
of Houston Metropolitan area
**Travel specifications may vary by department.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal employment
opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist
is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in
discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or
seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity,--national origin, age, disability, status as a protected
veteran or other characteristics protected by law.VEVRAA Federal
Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
Company Profile
Since its founding in 1919, Houston Methodist Hospital has earned
worldwide recognition. Houston Methodist Hospital is affiliated
with the Weill Medical College of Cornell University and New
York-Presbyterian Hospital, one of the nation's leading centers for
medical education and research. Houston Methodist--is consistently
ranked in U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospital" list and was
recently named the number one hospital in Texas. FORTUNE magazine
has placed Houston Methodist on its annual list of "100 Best
Companies To Work For" since 2006. Houston Methodist Hospital
directs millions of research dollars into patient care and offers
the latest innovations in medical, surgical and diagnostic
techniques. With 1,119 licensed beds, 67 operating rooms and over
6,000 employees, Houston Methodist offers complete care for
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