The Speech Pathologist performs assessments and therapeutic interventions for patients with communication and swallowing disorders in a hospital setting. They also collaborate with the healthcare team to develop treatment plans, educate families, and document patient progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology and possess or be eligible for a Virginia state license. A Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA or status as a Clinical Fellowship Year candidate is required.
postgraduate degreeDocumentationPatient educationPatient assessmentInterdisciplinary collaborationCritical careTherapeutic interventionsSpeech therapyClinical fellowshipASHA certificationMotor speech disordersSwallow studiesNeurogenic communication disordersBedside assessmentsCognitive communication disordersTrach management
Job description
The Speech Pathologist is a novice to an advanced beginner level of practice, particularly as it relates to a hospital-based setting.
The Speech Pathologist is able to perform assessments and therapeutic interventions with the routine patient population.
This position supports team endeavors by performing department and/or team tasks, problem solving and intervention skills.
The Speech Pathologist may orient other allied health professionals to their field upon the successful completion of their CFY year with the approval of the Department Manager.
The Speech Pathologist may also provide student experiences per approval of the Coordinator of Student Supervision.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: License (or licensure eligible) from the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Speech and Language Pathologist Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in SLP from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or Clinical Fellowship Year candidate Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a SLP Current CCC in SLP.
For CFY incumbents, completion of CFY and awarded a CCC, at conclusion of 1st year of employment CPR certification Experience REQUIRED: New graduate/CFY’s to SLP’s with less than two (2) years of experience Strong Clinical Fellowship Year candidates will be considered Previous clinical experience with evaluation/ treatment of neurogenic, motor speech, linguistic/cognitive communication disorders and swallowing disorders Previous experience performing swallow studies including MBS and bedside assessments Previous experience planning and executing treatment Experience PREFERRED: Previous experience with trach management as related to swallowing and communication disorders Previous experience managing complex swallowing and/or communication, linguistic/cognitive disorders Previous work experience in a critical care setting Previous experience with computer-based documentation systems.
Education/training REQUIRED: Master's Degree from an ASHA accredited program in Speech and Language Pathology Competes required learning exchange courses Education/training PREFERRED: Clinical rotations during graduate training in medical setting Independent action(s) required: Performs the following for patients with mild to moderately complex communications and/or swallowing disorders: schedule frequency and intensity of therapy; select assessment instruments and administer assessment; interpret results; complete documentation; plan and carry out treatment strategies; develop long- and short-term goals; perform patient/family/staff education; report at patient/family/team conferences; and terminate therapy when appropriate.
Supervisor or SLP II or higher provides advice/guidance/training regarding clinical skills, professional practice, ethical behaviors, billing, caseload management, educational opportunities, documentation and patient care for patient issues or when requested by staff.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): SLPs with their CCC’s may provide student supervision if deemed competent to do so by Department Manager or Coordinator of Student Interns.
Additional position requirements: Schedules and work hours will be established with your specific Manager.
Schedules, including weekends and holidays, will be required based on the unit’s organizational and staffing needs.
Age Specific groups served: Varies based on assignment Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities
Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting,
Walking (distance),
Climbing (steps, ladder, other)
Repetitive motion:
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing,
Speak clearly,
Write legibly,
Reading,
Logical thinking
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