About the role
Primary Location:
South Hospital - UMCAddress:
1903 W. Hebron Lane Shepherdsville, KY 40165Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)Job Description Summary:
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
Job Description:
The Speech Pathologist II (Inpatient) is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients referred to the facility. This includes patient evaluation, development and implementation of an appropriate treatment plan, delivery of treatment services, and comprehensive discharge planning. The therapist functions as an effective team member and contributes to the development and achievement of department and organizational goals and objectives.
Essential Functions:
Evaluates and implements competent therapy treatment and provides regular re-assessments for the purpose of treatment modification, to maximize patients’ potential for functional independence, all in accordance with acceptable practice guidelines and department policies and procedures
Communicates patient status (e.g., evaluation results, treatment plan, and goals) by providing timely written or verbal communication to physicians and therapy customers (e.g., patients)
Consistently establishes and maintains effective working relations with, patients and family members, internal customers, and external customers
Demonstrates an understanding of the financial implications of treatment costs and resources on the department/facility by consistently working to provide cost effective treatment programming to served populations
Ensures that patient charges and corresponding clinical documentation are in compliance with regulatory standards and department policies and procedures
Oversees rehab technicians, therapy assistants, and students consistent with discipline practice acts and according to organization and department policies and procedures.
Self-monitor workflow to ensure productivity, standards of practice, and regulatory requirements are consistently met and reviews work of staff/personnel accordingly.
Actively participates in program development, performance improvement activities, and community events sponsored by the organization
Responds to feedback/concerns in a professional manner that demonstrates effective listening skills, problem solving skills, and participatory management when situations
Additional Job Description:
Required Qualifications
- Licensed or eligible in Kentucky
- Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or University
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctorate of Speech-Language Pathology degree
Aplyr's read
UofL Health is a comprehensive healthcare provider, attracting professionals dedicated to diverse medical specialties and patient-centered care across its extensive network.
What's promising
- •UofL Health offers a wide range of specialized roles, indicating diverse career opportunities.
- •The system includes renowned facilities like the Brown Cancer Center, enhancing its reputation in specialty care.
- •Recent hires in various locations suggest a commitment to community-based healthcare delivery.
What to watch
- •Limited public information about employee satisfaction and work-life balance.
- •Potential challenges in maintaining consistent quality across diverse facilities.
- •High demand for PRN roles may indicate staffing flexibility issues.
Why UofL Health
- •UofL Health's integration of art and music therapy at Peace Hospital is distinctive.
- •The system's focus on both urban and suburban healthcare delivery is notable.
- •UofL Health's comprehensive service range includes unique offerings like bone marrow transplants.
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About UofL Health
UofL Health is a comprehensive healthcare system that provides a wide range of medical services, including hospitals, outpatient facilities, and specialty care.
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