Speech Language Pathologist

Orange Grove Center; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange Grove Center in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess and manage dysphagia, mealtime guidelines, and communication plans. The role requires licensure in Tennessee and Georgia, a CCC-SLP credential, and a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

The position is full-time with morning shifts, involving collaboration with school, medical, residential, and day program staff, plus ongoing staff training and documentation.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required.
• Tennessee and Georgia Licensure required; 2+ years experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, implement, and monitor dysphagia/mealtime guidelines and plans; assistive technology plans; and speech assessments.
• Function independently and as a team member; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; document client records.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings to discuss recommendations and interpretation of results.
• Coordinate care with school, medical, residential and day program staff; accompany clients to providers as needed.
• Provide staff training on mealtime plans, communication profiles, and assistive technology devices.
• Maintain current state licenses and follow payor guidelines; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

CCC-SLP

TN/GA Licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Head Quarters - Chattanooga, TN 37404

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Morning

Job Category: Health Care

Job Summary

8:00am - 4:00pm Mon -Fri TN PT License

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, implement, and monitor dysphagia/mealtime guidelines and plans, assistive technology plans, and speech assessments.
• Function independently and as a team member. Should be able to teach in a variety of settings to people with varying educational backgrounds and literacy levels. Should be able to communicate well both verbally and in writing. Maintain appropriate documentation for client records.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings to discuss collaborative recommendations including interpreting evaluation and/or treatment results and recommendations.
• Coordinate care of the individual with school, medical staff, residential and day program staff, and other team members. This may include accompanying people to community providers.
• Provide training to staff. Training includes mealtime plans, communication profiles, and/or assistive technology devices.
• Provide ongoing assistance, consultation, and support.
• Maintain current state licenses.
• Follow all guidelines as established by the payor of services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications Education:

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology, Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology, and Tennessee and Georgia Licensure. Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience. Prefer previous experience in the developmental disabilities field of service. Professional & other skill set: Licensed SLP, basic computer skills with Microsoft software, ability to communicate professionally and effectively.

Physical Requirements: Health must be adequate to allow for efficient accomplishment of assigned duties to and responsibilities.

Job Requirements: 90-Day Evaluation Period. All Orange Grove Center required training and orientation.