Speech Language Pathologist II-Nonexempt

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist II to provide assessment and treatment for speech, voice, language and swallowing disorders in pediatric and adult patients across inpatient and outpatient services.

Minimum qualifications include a postgraduate degree in SLP/CSD from an ASHA accredited program, a minimum of 1 year experience, SC state licensure with CCC, and current BLS certification. PRN, hourly position in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology or CSD from an ASHA accredited program.
• At least 1 year of work experience.
• Current SC state licensure required with CCC and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and intervention for patients with speech, voice, language, communication and swallowing disorders.
• Serve pediatrics and adults in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Education

Postgraduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders (ASHA accredited program)

SC state licensure

ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)

American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Speech Language Pathologist II is responsible for the provision of treatment and intervention for patients with speech, voice, language, communication, swallowing and related disabilities. Services are provided to the following populations: Pediatrics & Adults, Inpatient and Outpatient.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC000706 CHS - Therapy SJCH - OT/PT/SLP (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Postgraduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders from an ASHA accredited program. Work Experience: At least 1 year. Certification/Licensure: Current SC state licensure required. ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

The Speech Language Pathologist II is responsible for the provision of treatment and intervention for patients with speech, voice, language, communication, swallowing and related disabilities. Services are provided to the following populations: Pediatrics & Adults, Inpatient and Outpatient.

Additional Job Description

Education: Postgraduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders from an ASHA accredited program. Work Experience: At least 1 year. Certification/Licensure: Current SC state licensure required. ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture

Standing: Continuous, Sitting: Continuous, Walking: Continuous, climbing stairs: Infrequent, working indoors: Continuous, working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent, working from elevated areas: Frequent, working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent, Kneeling: Infrequent, bending at the waist: Continuous, Twisting at the waist: Frequent, Squatting: Frequent

• Manual Dexterity & Strength

Pinching operations: Frequent, Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous, Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous, Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous, reaching overhead: Frequent, Reaching in all directions: Continuous, Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous, Full use of both legs: Continuous, Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent.

• Lifting & Force Requirements

Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent, Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent, Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent, Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent

• Vision & Sensory

Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous, Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous, Color discrimination: Continuous, Depth perception: Continuous, Peripheral vision: Continuous, Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous, Tactile sensory function: Continuous, Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous.

• Selected Positions:
  • Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
  • Respirator use qualification: Continuous

• Work Environment & Conditions

Effective stress management: Continuous, Rotating shifts: Frequent, Overtime as required: Frequent, Latex-safe environment: Continuous.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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