Speech Language Pathologist

Description "A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life." Speech Language Pathologist for NHC HomeCare Dickson. NHC HomeCare Dickson is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist, SLP to join our team. The Speech‑Language Pathologist supervises and participates in the application of therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with speech and language disorders, hearing disorders, and oral myofunctional disorders. Responsibilities Directs and supervises the Communication Disorders Service Department. Provides evaluations and therapy as ordered by the referring physician and recommends an appropriate treatment program for the physician’s approval. Evaluates, plans, and carries out therapy programs, including establishing goals for patients as referred and approved by the physician, with periodic re‑evaluations. Participates in the in‑service training program for the HomeCare personnel. Consults with HomeCare staff concerning communication problems of patients not receiving speech pathology services. Qualifications Must have a master’s degree from an approved curriculum in Speech Pathology, or its equivalent. Must have a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SP) from the American Speech and Hearing Association or be eligible for a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY). Must be licensed in the state or states in which he/she will work. We look forward to talking with you! NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr National HealthCare Corporation (NHC)