Speech Language Pathologist / Part-time - Outpatient

Allegheny Health Network; Bethel Park (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP) to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, voice, cognitive and swallowing impairments at Bethel Park Health + Wellness Pavilion. The role emphasizes collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree, active state licensure, and CCC-SLP, with the ability to perform assessments, set goals, implement therapy, document per standards, and

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required.
• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• CCC-SLP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients with speech, language, voice, cognitive and swallowing impairments.
• supervises support personnel as needed.
• Completes documentation to standards.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CCC-SLP

SLP Licensure

Master’s Degree

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

Candidate must already hold CCC-SLP

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General Overview

Evaluates and treats patients with injuries or diseases which result in loss or impairment of speech, language, voice, cognitive and/or swallowing function; supervises work performed by support personnel; effectively communicates and collaborates with patients, families and members of the healthcare team.

• Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition and establishes goals and plan of care, which are appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard and possibly specialized speech therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital, and regulatory standards.
• Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement, including committees and educational offerings.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Company

Allegheny Health Network

General Overview

Evaluates and treats patients with injuries or diseases which result in loss or impairment of speech, language, voice, cognitive and/or swallowing function; supervises work performed by support personnel; effectively communicates and collaborates with patients, families and members of the healthcare team.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition and establishes goals and plan of care, which are appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard and possibly specialized speech therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital, and regulatory standards.
• Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement, including committees and educational offerings.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Master’s Degree or equivalent
• Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

Preferred

• None

Additional Employment Requirements

• CPR - American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

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