SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - PART TIME

General Summary

The Speech Language Pathologist (SPL) assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive- communication and swallowing disorders in patients. The SLP creates treatment plans and educates the patient to improve oral motor skills.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients' speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities using specialized testing and diagnostic instruments.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans to address functional needs such as articulation, fluency, voice, and language comprehension.
• Diagnose and treat feeding and swallowing disorders.
• Counsels patients regarding coping strategies for disorders.
• Maintains accurate and timely records, including evaluations and progress notes.
• Consistently arrives at work on time and adheres to regular work schedule.
• Collaborates with physician, as needed.

Other Essential Duties May Include but Are Not Limited To

• Emphasize wellness and self -care to patients and family members.
• Researches medical findings and studies and incorporates as appropriate.
• Selects cost-effective and appropriate diagnostic fees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Required:

• Consistently arrives at work in appropriate/professional attire.

• Completes all tasks within established time frame.
• Adheres to all clinic policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Speech Language Pathology theory, practice, and medical care, medical equipment and instruments, and OSHA regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and determine solutions in order to best serve patients.
• BLS or CPR certification.

Education:

Bachelors degree required. Graduate course work and clinical practicum at a college or university accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) required. Active SLP licensure in the State of Ohio in good standing required.