Speech Therapist

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Speech Therapist Full Time Professional Lafayette, TN, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1124 Salary Range: $38.00 To $50.00 Hourly Position Summary: Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re‑assessment, direct patient care, individualized care planning/implementation, and oversight of support staff. Position Requirements: Licensure/Certification/Registration: Tennessee State license or eligibility, certificate of clinical competence Education: MA, MS in speech and language pathology Experience: 6 months – 1 year Special qualifications: CPR certified with A.H.A. Degree of Supervision Required: General guidance from management; expected to perform most duties independently in accordance with established hospital and departmental policy and procedure. Ages of Patients Served: Birth – 1 Year (Infant) 2 – 12 Years (Pediatric) 13 – 18 Years (Adolescent) 19 – 69 Years (Adult) 70+ Years (Geriatric) Working Conditions: Hospital rooms, common areas, clinical departments, and hospital grounds. Potential hazards include: toxic/caustic chemicals blood or body fluids extreme conditions, hot or cold communicable diseases dust, fumes, gases unprotected heights moving mechanical arms CRT (computer) monitor potential electric shock frequent repetitive motions x‑ray electromagnetic energy other hazards (as listed) high‑pitched noises needles or other sharp objects Physical Requirements: Occasional: sitting, climbing, working in hot, cold, or wet surroundings, working near radiation sources. Frequent: twisting, pushing/pulling, lifting or carrying 1–50 pounds (or no more than 100 pounds), working with or near chemicals, hazardous waste, operating machinery, using hand tools. Constant: standing/walking, bending, stooping, using arm, leg, and back muscles, smelling, hearing, seeing, color vision, talking, finger dexterity, wearing protective clothing and/or equipment (blood‑borne pathogen standards). Personal Protective Equipment: This position requires the use of personal protective equipment during various tasks and activities. PPE includes gloves, masks, and safety glasses. I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform all essential functions of this position. I understand that information regarding patients at this facility is confidential and is not to be disclosed without written authorization of the patient or authorized representative. I will discuss patient information only in the course of my duties and never in open areas such as hallways or snack bars, where it might be overheard by visitors or other patients, or outside of the hospital while off duty. I also understand that information in some patient records may be governed by federal regulation and that disclosure of such information is punishable by fine or imprisonment, even after I leave the employment of the facility. I certify that I have completed HIPAA training and will honor all policies and procedures. I understand that violations of these policies and procedures may result in sanctions. I agree to abide by all local, state and federal laws. We are looking for Full‑time and Part‑time for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr MACON HOSPITAL INC