Speech-Language Pathologist

SummaryNOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information - refer to Required Documents below. This position is located in the Audiology and Speech Pathology Service at the Phoenix VA Health Care System. The duties and responsibilities are carried out throughout the medical center including all clinical and patient care areas involved with the service. The incumbent is a staff speech-language pathologist.DutiesDuties and Responsibilities: Clinical Independently conducts and interprets comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for speech - language - voice - fluency - cognitive-communication - and swallowing disorders - including complex and medically involved casesPlans - implements - and monitors individualized treatment programs designed to restore and optimize communication and swallowing function - tailoring interventions to Veterans' unique goals and needsDemonstrates advanced knowledge and clinical skill in the evaluation and management of dysphagia across the continuum of care - including instrumental assessment and interdisciplinary dysphagia managementCollaborates closely with the interprofessional care team to support timely and coordinated assessment - treatment planning - and safe discharge recommendationsProvides patient - family - and caregiver education to promote understanding of speech-language and swallowing disorders - rehabilitation strategies - and safety in mealtime and communication environmentsUtilizes evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines consistent with VA Speech-Language Pathology qualification standards and scope of practiceMaintains documentation in compliance with VA policies and accrediting body standards - ensuring that communication - assessment results - and clinical outcomes are clearly conveyed to all care team membersDemonstrates competence in the use and application of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems - as well as in the management of communication and swallowing needs for tracheostomy and ventilator-dependent VeteransDevelops and adjusts plans of care in collaboration with patients and interdisciplinary providers to ensure measurable progress and meaningful outcomesThis position is ideal for a clinician with strong critical thinking - acute care experience - and a passion for serving Veterans through compassionate - evidence-based practiceEducation Provides education and orientation to Veterans - family members - medical residents - allied health professionals - community organizations - students - and volunteers regarding the role and services of Speech-Language PathologyDelivers in-service trainings to nursing staff - medical residents - and other allied health professionals on speech - language - cognitive-communication - and swallowing evaluation and treatment procedures to support best practices in acute careSupervises - mentors - and precepts student trainees and fellows in Speech-Language Pathology - maintaining active collaboration with affiliated colleges and universities to support clinical education and workforce developmentAssists with the orientation and training of new Speech-Language Pathology staff to ensure consistency with VA policies - clinical standards - and Veteran-centered care principlesAdministration Participates in service-level and interdisciplinary meetings - workgroups - and quality improvement initiatives related to speech-language pathology - dysphagia management - and acute care servicesContributes to the development and review of protocols - clinical pathways - and documentation standards to promote efficiency - safety - and high-quality Veteran careAssists in tracking clinical outcomes - productivity - and program needs to support service planning - accreditation - and compliance with VA standards and regulatory requirementsPerforms other duties as assignedWork Schedule: Sunday7AM-11AM - Monday - Thursday - 7:00AM -4:30PM - Work schedule may change due to operational needs of serviceTelework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized for highly qualified candidates Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized