Speech Language Pathologist at UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech Language Pathology, Professional Growth, Community Education, Progress Notes, Diagnostic Reports, Evaluative Services, Scheduling, Client Coordination, Staff Meetings, Historical Information, Compliance, CPR Certification, Licensure, Competency Requirements, Continuing Education, Treatment Programs

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist to work at the main hospital in Lawrenceville. The person in this role will work, daylight, Monday-Friday with 3 days until 6:00pm. The Speech Language Pathologist provides a quality Speech Language Pathology program to clients. Responsibilities: Maintains current status of all pertinent criteria necessary to satisfy competency requirements for regulatory and accrediting agencies such as OSHA, TJC and CMS and practitioner requirements for participation as a health care provider including but not limited to: required CEU's, current professional license; current curriculum vitae; current CPR certification; current TB test; current competencies in safety, age and equipment; and in some cases current automobile license and current automobile insurance. Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. Independently pursues professional growth and development related to this position and in lines with the mission and activities. Presents in-service and educational programs. Participates in community education and/or continuing education programs sponsored by the organization as requested. Maintains accurate progress notes and professional records on all patients seen for speech pathology services. Adheres to and supports the organizational policies, procedures and the mission,including the Corporate Compliance Program and its Code of Conduct and HIPAA regulations. This includes acceptance of the responsibility to report to the appropriate person(s) any suspected unethical, incompetent, or illegal activities or conduct. Provides appropriate speech pathology treatments for all clients for whom such services are beneficial. Prepares diagnostic and evaluative reports with recommendations for each person seen for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology services. Provides appropriate diagnostic evaluative services for all clients referred for Speech-Language Pathology services. Compiles and reports accurate data for the financial, statistical and administrative needs of the Speech-Language Pathology Programs. Coordinates the evaluation, scheduling and treatment programs of clients referred for Speech-Language Therapy. Attends and actively participates in staff meetings, staff development, departmental committees and in-service education programs. Obtains complete and pertinent historical information on all clients referred for Speech-Language Pathology services. MS, MEd or MA in Speech-Language Pathology. AOS, AAC Evaluation and Therapy experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competency) or meet the educational requirements for certification and be in the process of completing his or her Clinical Fellowship year. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Speech Pathologists license required for state in which employee provides services. Act 31/33/34/73 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist provides quality speech pathology services to clients, maintaining accurate records and adhering to compliance standards. They also prepare diagnostic reports and coordinate treatment programs for clients referred for services.