Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language PathologistLocation: Coldwater, MI Employment Type: CasualJob Summary: Develops and administers speech-language treatment programs to assist patients with communication, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders in reaching their optimal level of function and independence. Works collaboratively with patient, family members and other team members to design treatment strategies to foster communications and function.Duties:Performs appropriate communication, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing evaluations within the established time frame, including appropriate selection, administration and interpretation of standardized and non-standardize assessments using age specific criteria for each age population served, as measured by clinical competenciesCollaborates with patient/family to establish and provide appropriate treatment plan and goals. Adapts treatment plan as needed to meet the needs of the patient taking into account age and educational level, as measured by competencies.Maintains patient care records according to department protocolsDemonstrates knowledge and ability to advocate, communicate and educate patients of all age groups served including those with physical, emotional, language and cognitive impairments, taking into account age and educational level, as measured by competencies.Consistently conducts self in a professional manner. Participates in continuing education activities and shares information with staffMay assist in supervision of students, CFY's, and volunteersMaintains productivity as established by departmentMay participate in program development, identifying performance improvement opportunities, and implementing performance improvement plansPerforms other duties as directed.Qualifications:Education: Master's Degree in Speech-Language PathologySkills: Must possess skills consistent with the needs of the department.Years of Experience: N/ALicense: Licensed in the State of Michigan to practice Speech-Language PathologyCertification: CPR certification according to hospital policy.Preferred Qualifications:License: Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationPhysical Requirements: The majority of time spent sitting, standing, and performing patient care treatments. Must possess physical ability and condition to walk through clinic or hospital and handle patients correctly and safely. Be able to handle standard equipment that is in a speech therapy department.OSHA Exposure Classification: Personal Protective Equipment: As requiredThe above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions; it should not be considered exhaustive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, height, weight, familial or marital status, or genetics. Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace