Hennepin County Medical Center
Speech Language Pathologist - Peds - Casual
Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.Equal Employment Opportunities:
We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.SUMMARYWe are currently seeking a
casual Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
to join our outpatient team in providing services for pediatric outpatients, ages 18 months to 6 years of age, with developmental delays in speech and/or language skills. Seeking a candidate who can commit 10-16 hours per week.Purpose of the position:
Under general supervision, an employee in this job class performs work in a licensed professional position providing diagnostic, treatment, and education services to patients with communication and swallowing disorders of functional or organic etiologiesRESPONSIBILITIESProvide direct clinical services utilizing a wide range of standardized and impressionistic techniques to evaluate patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders (e.g., aphasia, apraxia of speech, dysarthria, oropharyngeal dysphagia, specific reading or writing disorders, impaired visual or auditory perception, and disorders of articulation of speech, fluency (stuttering), alaryngeal speech or vocal quality). Includes patients across the age spectrum from neonates to geriatricPlan and administer a speech-language, cognitive and/or swallowing plan of careDocument progress through daily progress notes and care plan summaries per department standardsProvide education and counseling within speech pathology scope of practice for patients and/or family membersDocument the initial evaluation results and/or discharge summaries for outpatients within 48 hours of either event. Inpatient documentation completed on day of serviceConfer with providers, nurses and other ancillary team members as indicated to provide coordinate, high quality patient careComplete daily charge entry, inpatient check in and any billing requirements pertaining to specific payers per department standardsCoordinate patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal care and communication, as noted in the clinical recordStrive for excellent patient hand offs when sharing cases or following single day or weekend coverageParticipate in LEAN process improvement as it relates to patient care and department workflowOrient and mentor new staff membersMaintain and enhance personal knowledge, as well as promoting professional standards in speech-language pathology. (Maintain MDH Licensure by reporting 30+ hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. Maintain Certificate of Clinical Competence by reporting 30+ hours of approved continuing education every 3 years.)
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:Possession of a Master's Degree or Doctorate degree in speech-language pathology or communication disorders
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:Knowledge of policies/procedures and practice standards consistent with ASHA knowledge and skills, theory and techniques; education and counseling techniquesKnowledge of instrumental technique for the MBSS, FEES and Videostrobe as appropriate to scope of practice. (non-casual positions only)Knowledge of documentation standards consistent with the field of speech pathologyCommitment to HCMC Centered Around You principals and behaviors and Building Connections principals; integrate into daily workAbility to work cooperatively with other members of the medical teamAbility to interact with individuals of widely diverse lifestyles including ability to deal objectively with individuals whose attitudes and behaviors differ from his/her own
License/Certifications:Possession of Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) established by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)Must be holder of Speech Language Pathologist license with Minnesota Department of HealthCPR for Healthcare Professionals certification
You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing
Equal Employment Opportunities
to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.Please Note:
Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.Department: CSC Speech-Language Pathology- Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.01 (casual) Shift Detail: Day, Evening Job Level: Staff Employee Status: Regular Eligible for Benefits: No Union/Non Union: Non-Union Job Posting: Apr-25-2024
We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.SUMMARYWe are currently seeking a
casual Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
to join our outpatient team in providing services for pediatric outpatients, ages 18 months to 6 years of age, with developmental delays in speech and/or language skills. Seeking a candidate who can commit 10-16 hours per week.Purpose of the position:
Under general supervision, an employee in this job class performs work in a licensed professional position providing diagnostic, treatment, and education services to patients with communication and swallowing disorders of functional or organic etiologiesRESPONSIBILITIESProvide direct clinical services utilizing a wide range of standardized and impressionistic techniques to evaluate patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders (e.g., aphasia, apraxia of speech, dysarthria, oropharyngeal dysphagia, specific reading or writing disorders, impaired visual or auditory perception, and disorders of articulation of speech, fluency (stuttering), alaryngeal speech or vocal quality). Includes patients across the age spectrum from neonates to geriatricPlan and administer a speech-language, cognitive and/or swallowing plan of careDocument progress through daily progress notes and care plan summaries per department standardsProvide education and counseling within speech pathology scope of practice for patients and/or family membersDocument the initial evaluation results and/or discharge summaries for outpatients within 48 hours of either event. Inpatient documentation completed on day of serviceConfer with providers, nurses and other ancillary team members as indicated to provide coordinate, high quality patient careComplete daily charge entry, inpatient check in and any billing requirements pertaining to specific payers per department standardsCoordinate patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal care and communication, as noted in the clinical recordStrive for excellent patient hand offs when sharing cases or following single day or weekend coverageParticipate in LEAN process improvement as it relates to patient care and department workflowOrient and mentor new staff membersMaintain and enhance personal knowledge, as well as promoting professional standards in speech-language pathology. (Maintain MDH Licensure by reporting 30+ hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. Maintain Certificate of Clinical Competence by reporting 30+ hours of approved continuing education every 3 years.)
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:Possession of a Master's Degree or Doctorate degree in speech-language pathology or communication disorders
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:Knowledge of policies/procedures and practice standards consistent with ASHA knowledge and skills, theory and techniques; education and counseling techniquesKnowledge of instrumental technique for the MBSS, FEES and Videostrobe as appropriate to scope of practice. (non-casual positions only)Knowledge of documentation standards consistent with the field of speech pathologyCommitment to HCMC Centered Around You principals and behaviors and Building Connections principals; integrate into daily workAbility to work cooperatively with other members of the medical teamAbility to interact with individuals of widely diverse lifestyles including ability to deal objectively with individuals whose attitudes and behaviors differ from his/her own
License/Certifications:Possession of Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) established by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)Must be holder of Speech Language Pathologist license with Minnesota Department of HealthCPR for Healthcare Professionals certification
You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing
Equal Employment Opportunities
to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.Please Note:
Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.Department: CSC Speech-Language Pathology- Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.01 (casual) Shift Detail: Day, Evening Job Level: Staff Employee Status: Regular Eligible for Benefits: No Union/Non Union: Non-Union Job Posting: Apr-25-2024