Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Inpatient - Seneca View SNF - Montour Falls NY

Job description

About Cayuga Health
Cayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility.
Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.
Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.
We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.
Learn more at www.cayugahealth.org .
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Perform initial and ongoing speech, language and swallowing assessment according to ASHA standards of practice as well as New York state standards.
• Develop Plan of Care for each patient based on initial and ongoing assessments including short and long term goals, frequency and duration.
• Implement Plan of Treatment, evaluate the effects of treatment and adjust according to patient progress. Consult providers and communicate concerns, questions or findings as necessary to deliver patient centered care.
• Administer treatment in an environment focused on safety, ethics and skillful delivery of treatment strategies, modalities, exercises and functional rehabilitation techniques.
• Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures, including content and timeliness.
• Evaluate and document objective findings including current level of function, testing results, including swallow studies, etc...
• Educate patient, caregivers and loved ones regarding assessment findings, exercise program, safety measures and any other area necessary to facilitate a successful discharge from skilled therapy.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending clinical educational workshops and in-services; reviewing professional publications, etc.
• Supervise rehab aides according to state guidelines.
• Other job related duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience:
• Education: Successful completion of accredited speech language pathology program including Master's degree, certificate of clinical competence (ASHA)
• Licensure : New York State Licensure
• Experience: Preferred, not required. New graduates welcome. SLP Clinical Fellow may be considered.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Problem solving ability and attention to detail is preferred
• Good written and oral communication skills preferred.
• Requires ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes.

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and move patients with assistance
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Location and Travel Requirements:
• Onsite at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility - 220 Steuben St, Montour Falls, NY 14865
• Shift: Full-Time Days 8a-4:30p preferred, however, flexibility can be discussed. Rotating weekend coverage.
• 0%-5% Travel can be expected in this role

Pay Range Disclosure:
• SLP Clinical Fellow: $33.50
• Standard Rate of $35.96 to $50.08 per hour

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] .