Posted: 12-Feb-25
Location: Bend, Oregon
Categories:
Internal Number: R1015818
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist
REPORTS TO POSITION: Rehabilitation Supervisor or Manager
DEPARTMENT: Rehabilitation
DATE LAST REVIEWED: March 3, 2022
OUR VISION: Creating Americas healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The Rehabilitation Department provides therapy and nursing services to patients, families and patients caregivers including: Rehabilitation Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology. Our department operates as a system department and provides services to Acute Care, Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility and Outpatient settings across four campuses. Our Rehabilitation departments offer a variety of specialty services across the various services delivery areas.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates, plans, and provides treatment and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician. Works with family and team members regarding patients abilities and goals.
This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES
Adheres to Oregon State Speech-Language Licensing Board Standards.
Performs evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, hearing, language, voice, cognitive or swallowing disorders.
Provides community resource, knowledge and referral services.
Provides staff consultation and training.
May be required to drive Rehabilitation van and meet all related SCHS vehicle policy requirements.
Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team to assure care is accomplished effectively and efficiently in a cost effective manner.
Participates in clinical care conferencing.
Gathers data and accurately documents information in a timely manner demonstrating compliance with department standards.
Participates with team members in facilitating patients and familys learning throughout the course of care. Reinforces patients continued health care through teaching and/or referral to community agency follow-up.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organizations corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION:
Required: Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a college or university accredited by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association.
Preferred: N/A
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
Required: Must have necessary requisites for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the Oregon State Board of Health. Must have active Certificate of Clinical Competance (CCC) from the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). Must have necessary requisites for a valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements. Ability to travel to business functions/trainings/meetings and all St. Charles Health System worksites. Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
Preferred: N/A
EXPERIENCE:
Required: 1 year experience required of therapy procedures with medical based diagnoses and familiarity with rehabilitation practices.
Preferred: Previous experience in a hospital-based setting.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Additional Skills Needed:
Communication/Interpersonal
Demonstrates St. Charles Health System values of Accountability, Caring and Teamwork in every interaction.
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels within St. Charles Health System and external customers/clients/potential employees.
Strong team working and collaborative skills.
Ability to effectively reach consensus with a diverse population with differing needs.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Organizational
Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Attention to detail.
Mathematical Skills:
Performs basic math (add, subtract, multiply and divide) calculations.
Language Skills:
Read, write, speak and understand English.
Computer
Basic to intermediate ability and experience in computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds.
Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.
Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.
Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.
Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
Risk for Exposure to BBP
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Schedule Weekly Hours:
0Caregiver Type:
ReliefShift:
Variable (United States of America)Is Exempt Position?
NoJob Family:
SPEECH LANGUAGEScheduled Days of the Week:
As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays)Shift Start & End Time:
800 to 1630 and variable
