Speech Language Pathologist- Main Hospital- PRN

Job Title

Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Provides comprehensive speech-language pathology services to patients with communication disorders, cognitive disorders, and swallowing disorders. Services include evaluation, treatment planning, implementation of individualized treatment programs, and discharge planning. Supervises graduate student internships.

Responsibilities

RESPECT

Is polite and tactful when dealing with customers

Maintains confidentiality at all times

Promotes and values the diverse beliefs and needs of other associates, patients, physicians and community

Is attentive to instructions and asks questions to increase understanding

TEAMWORK

Works cooperatively within department and other areas

Meets department needs with flexibility

Voluntarily assists others when his/her own work if finished

Promotes a pleasant work environment

Adapts to changing conditions in a calm and productive manner

INTEGRITY

Presents a positive image of the Health Alliance

Adapts to changing condition in a calm and productive manner

Actively participates in in-service, unit meetings, conferences

Promotes the Health Alliance as an ethical organization by governing word and actions by honesty

Is attentive to instructions and asks questions to increase understanding

Deals with conflict in an appropriate and timely manner

Uses proper lines of communication to keep others informed or to address problems

SATISFACTION

Makes customer service a top priority

Eagerly provides assistance to others

Listens to, identifies, and responds quickly and appropriately to customer needs

IMPROVEMENT

Completes duties with the highest level of quality, meeting or exceeding customer expectations

Willingly accepts new ideas and suggestions

Continuously looks for and suggests ways to do things better

Strives for higher quality outcomes and increased satisfaction

Functions as a productive and resourceful member of groups/teams/committees

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

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EDUCATION: Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 2 years in a hospital or extended care setting

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge and skills in assessment and treatment of adult communication, cognition and swallowing disorders. Knowledge and skill in graduate student supervision. Excellent collaborative team skills.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

Ohio License in Speech Language Pathology

American Speech Language and Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)

CPR Certification

The Christ Hospital Health Network