Part-Time Speech-Language Pathologist - Patient Care Focus

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Jackson, Michigan, is seeking a skilled speech-language pathologist for part-time clinical services. The role requires providing evaluations, developing treatment plans, and supervising graduate students. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and have at least one year of clinical experience. The position involves weekend shifts and interacting with patients to enhance communication skills. A valid Michigan license and ASHA certification are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• One year of experience in a clinical setting is required.
• State of Michigan license and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical speech-language pathology services to patients.
• Diagnoses communication and swallowing disorders.
• Develops treatment/therapy programs for patients.
• Supervises departmental graduate students and clinical fellows.
• Represents the institution at community and national conferences.

Skills

Clinical speech-language pathology services

Communication skills

Patient follow-up management

Endoscopic assessment

Collaboration with dietary personnel

Supervision of graduate students

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Successful completion of the National Praxis Examination

Successful completion of the Clinical Fellowship Year

Job description

A healthcare institution in Jackson, Michigan, is seeking a skilled speech-language pathologist for part-time clinical services. The role requires providing evaluations, developing treatment plans, and supervising graduate students. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and have at least one year of clinical experience. The position involves weekend shifts and interacting with patients to enhance communication skills. A valid Michigan license and ASHA certification are essential.