Speech Language Pathologist

Job Title : Speech Language Pathologist

Location : Philadelphia, PA, 19104

Schedule :  5 Months (Possible Extensions).

Job Duties :

• Independently evaluates patients with known or suspected communication disorders (including speech, language, and oral motor dysfunction) using both non-standardized and standardized evaluation tools. Records evaluation findings in accordance with departmental and Hospital procedures.
• Develops an individual therapy plan for each assigned patient, which includes goals of treatment. Updates goals and records patient progress in accordance with departmental and Hospital procedures.
• Presents and defends evaluation findings, progress, and recommendations to patients, families / significant caregivers, and health care professionals. Instructs family members and caregivers in home therapy programs.  Consults with health care and educational staff to promote the patients’ communication skills.
• Participates in Departmental or program-based functions (i.e., staff meetings, Departmental continuing education activities, work group meetings / committees, Quality Improvement projects, development and refinement of clinical protocols, and equipment / supplies maintenance and ordering).
• Teaches within the Department, Hospital, professional community, and non-professional community.
• Provides consultative services outside of the Hospital setting.
• Mentors professional observers, students, and clinical fellows.
• High level of analytical skill in order to work independently to identify and plan for the resolution of problems encountered in clinical and research duties.

Required Certifications & Licensure :

License in Speech-Language Pathology.

Required Education :   Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

Required Experience :   Minimum of 2 years of licensed experience.

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