Employment Type:

Full time

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Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

Provides differential diagnosis of speech and language disorders and provides appropriate therapeutic intervention to maximize communication ability. Active participation is required in department in-services and educational programs. The Speech-Language Pathologist consults with, advises, reports to and is responsible to the Manager of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides evaluation and diagnosis of speech, language, swallowing and cognitive-communication disorders.
• Designs and implements individual treatment plans.
• Counsels patients and their families concerning social, behavioral and psychological problems associated with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Provides thorough documentation of test data and Speech-Language progress.
• Provides patient and family recommendations and referrals to appropriate health, educational and vocational sources.
• Participates in patient conferences when appropriate and communicates with individual members of medical staff concerning patient treatment as necessary.
• Organizes and participates in education activities for patients, their families, and other health personnel.
• Provides direction for graduate student affiliates and volunteers.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading the appropriate literature and attending professional conferences. Assists manager in the development of new policies, procedures and programs.
• Provides quality patient care considering age specific, developmental and cultural needs through competent practice and application of the speech-language pathology profession.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Six to twelve months related experience.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.