Speech Language Pathologist/Fellow - Part Time 20 Hours - Jackson

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

Schedule: Part Time, 20 Hours/Week. Requires 1 shift to be a weekend day.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides clinical speech-language pathology services to HFHS patients including:
  • Consultation with patients, family, and HFHS staff about communication and swallowing disorders;
  • Diagnoses speech, language or swallowing disorders and evaluates patient's condition and prognosis;
  • Develops treatment/therapy programs for patients;
  • Schedules and conducts patient follow-up visits.
• Operates clinical equipment to measure speech production characteristics during patient evaluations and treatment.
• Performs endoscopic assessment of vocal fold vibratory function and swallowing function.
• Interacts with dietary personnel in developing nutritional menus and/or eating programs for patients with limited swallowing abilities.
• Prescribes appropriate communication technology after cancer or laryngeal surgery. Teaches patient to utilize technology and effectively develop their communication skills.
• Participates in all phases of departmental education and research programs including program development and clinical fellow orientation and instruction.
• Supervises the activities of departmental graduate students and clinical fellows including work scheduling, motivation, performance appraisal, and day-to-day work duties.
• Represents the Institution at community, regional and national conferences. Educates local community and social organizations on programs available at HFHS.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Education/Experience Required

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited graduate program;
• Successful completion of the National Praxis Examination;
• Successful completion of the Clinical Fellowship Year.
• One year of experience in a clinical setting required.

Licensures And Certifications Required

• The State of Michigan license; Certificate of Clinical Competence by ASHA

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
• Department: Rehab Inpatient Services (Main
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable