Speech Language Pathologist

Insight Health Systems; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Coldwater, MI is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to develop and administer treatment programs for patients with communication and swallowing disorders. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology and be licensed to practice in Michigan. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, collaborating with patients and families, and maintaining patient records to ensure optimal patient care. The position may involve supervising students and engaging in program development.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the State of Michigan to practice Speech-Language Pathology.
• CPR certification according to hospital policy is required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer speech-language treatment programs.
• Conduct communication and swallowing evaluations.
• Collaborate with patients and families on treatment plans.
• Maintain patient care records according to protocols.
• Participate in continuing education activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Cognitive-linguistic assessment

Swallowing evaluations

Advocacy and education

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Employment Type: Casual

Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist

Location: Coldwater, MI

Job Summary

Develops and administers speech-language treatment programs to assist patients with communication, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders in reaching their optimal level of function and independence. Works collaboratively with patient, family members and other team members to design treatment strategies to foster communications and function.

Duties

• Performs appropriate communication, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing evaluations within the established time frame, including appropriate selection, administration and interpretation of standardized and non-standardized assessments using age specific criteria for each age population served, as measured by clinical competencies
• Collaborates with patient/family to establish and provide appropriate treatment plan and goals. Adapts treatment plan as needed to meet the needs of the patient taking into account age and educational level, as measured by competencies.
• Maintains patient care records according to department protocols
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to advocate, communicate and educate patients of all age groups served including those with physical, emotional, language and cognitive impairments, taking into account age and educational level, as measured by competencies.
• Consistently conducts self in a professional manner. Participates in continuing education activities and shares information with staff
• May assist in supervision of students, CFY's, and volunteers
• Maintains productivity as established by department
• May participate in program development, identifying performance improvement opportunities, and implementing performance improvement plans
• Performs other duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Skills: Must possess skills consistent with the needs of the department.
• Years of Experience: N/A
• License: Licensed in the State of Michigan to practice Speech-Language Pathology
• Certification: CPR certification according to hospital policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• License: Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Physical Requirements

The majority of time spent sitting, standing, and performing patient care treatments. Must possess physical ability and condition to walk through clinic or hospital and handle patients correctly and safely. Be able to handle standard equipment that is in a speech therapy department.

OSHA Exposure Classification

Personal Protective Equipment: As required

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, height, weight, familial or marital status, or genetics.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace