Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist

Allegheny Health Network; Natrona Heights (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, voice, cognitive, and swallowing impairments. You will perform assessments, set goals, and plan care with patient and family involvement.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, state licensure, and CCC-SLP. You will document to meet hospital standards and participate in departmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent.
• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients with injuries or diseases which result in loss or impairment of speech, language, voice, cognitive and/or swallowing function.
• Performs initial and on-going assessments, establishes goals and plan of care including patient/family involvement.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard and specialized speech therapy techniques for the patient’s age and condition.
• Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital, and regulatory standards.
• Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement, including committees and educational offerings.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Assessment

Documentation

Communication with families

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist

CCC-SLP

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, voice, cognitive, and swallowing impairments. You will perform assessments, set goals, and plan care with patient and family involvement.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, state licensure, and CCC-SLP. You will document to meet hospital standards and participate in departmental initiatives.