Speech Language Pathologist
Speech Language Pathologist
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Job Description
Location: Philadelphia PA 19104
Schedule: 5 Months (Possible Extensions).
Job Duties:
Independently evaluates patients with known or suspected communication disorders (including speech language and oral motor dysfunction) using both non-standardized and standardized evaluation tools. Records evaluation findings in accordance with departmental and Hospital procedures.
Develops an individual therapy plan for each assigned patient which includes goals of treatment. Updates goals and records patient progress in accordance with departmental and Hospital procedures.
Presents and defends evaluation findings progress and recommendations to patients families/significant caregivers and health care professionals. Instructs family members and caregivers in home therapy programs. Consults with health care and educational staff to promote the patients communication skills.
Participates in Departmental or program-based functions (i.e. staff meetings Departmental continuing education activities work group meetings/committees Quality Improvement projects development and refinement of clinical protocols and equipment/supplies maintenance and ordering).
Teaches within the Department Hospital professional community and non-professional community.
Provides consultative services outside of the Hospital setting.
Mentors professional observers students and clinical fellows.
High level of analytical skill in order to work independently to identify and plan for the resolution of problems encountered in clinical and research duties.
Required Certifications & Licensure:
License in Speech-Language Pathology.
Required Education:Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
Required Experience:Minimum of 2 years of licensed experience.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Contract
