Home Health- Speech & Language Pathologist

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.

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for performance of all speech-language, communicative, and swallowing diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures; specifically, conducts evaluations and analyzes the results to diagnose the disorder; recommends and conducts appropriate rehabilitation intervention; counsels the patient and family (as approved by the patient) as to the current status of the patient and plans appropriate intervention to address the specific needs of the patient; writes reports on all diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures in the EMR.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• 1. Clinical
• 1.1 Able to interpret physician referrals to perform basic clinical evaluations.
• 2. Educational
• 2.1 Attends department in-services.
• 3. Administration
• 3.1 Complies with health system and Department Policies and Procedures.
• 4. Clinical Supervision
• 4.1 Participates in regular meetings with supervisor and/or team leader and reports pertinent information on a timely basis.
• 5. Human Relations Skills
• 5.1 Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsive, and courteous health system environment.
• 6. Coordinates and manages the care of patients receiving services in their home.
• 6.1 Participates in case management conferences and documents per guidelines.
• 7. May perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology; Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology completed.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of two (2) years as a clinical speech language pathologist in a 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. Home care experience is preferred.

LICENSURE

Must maintain a current unrestricted license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist in CT. A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance are required when using a personal vehicle for company business. Access to a dependable vehicle in order to travel to multiple stops a day. CPR certification is required and must be maintained. Candidates who do not have certification are required to obtain it within 3 months (90 days) of hire.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplines. Must be adaptable, flexible, able to learn quickly, and use critical thinking skills. Strong computer skills.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which includes heavy lifting, extensive bending, administering CPR, patient bracing, standing, and stairs. Requires exposure to blood and body fluids, hazardous materials, and communicable diseases.