Speech Language Pathologist- Clinical Fellow
About The Position
Responsible for speech therapy services administered to patients with speech, language, voice, cognitive, or swallowing disorders. Services will cover both the evaluative and therapeutic aspects. All services will be consistent with Medical Center and Rehabilitation Department operating objectives. AHA-BLS certification is required however, certification is a not qualifying factor to obtain the position. Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital boasts 300 inpatient beds, inpatient acute rooms that are all private, and a Skilled Nursing Facility. The main hospital sits on a plush 45-acre campus complete with ponds and walking paths. We’re proud to offer a full-spectrum of health care services to our rural communities in Northern New York to keep care as close to home as possible. The Champlain Valley is characterized by its working landscapes; undulating hills, meadows and pastures rolling down to the waters of giant Lake Champlain, the largest lake in the U.S. behind the Great Lakes. Plattsburgh, a picturesque community of 38,000, offers a cost of living just below the national average. The perfect place to raise a family, the area features excellent schools both public and private. The State University of New York also has a branch here with 6,200 students boasting a large international population and solid nursing program. Site Selection Magazine has chosen Plattsburgh as a top city in the nation for business development for the past eight years. In addition, Policom Corp has ranked Plattsburgh as the top micropolitan in New York and the 27th in the nation. As far as recreational opportunities, Plattsburgh and the Champlain Valley offer incredible year-round activities. From boating and sailing to biking, kite surfing, fishing, golfing and more. The historic Strand Theater serves as the anchor of downtown Plattsburg and dozens of museums and historic attractions share the region’s rich history.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved ASHA curriculum
- Possess certification of clinical competence, Speech Language Pathology
- Possess current New York State Speech Pathologist license
- Ability to communicate effectively to patients regarding the anticipated treatment plan, level of patient's expected participation, and expected outcome
- Ability to relate to the public and medical staff as a member of rehabilitation team
- AHA-BLS is required within 6 months of hire or a current non-AHA-BLS card will be honored up to the date of renewal
- As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided
Responsibilities
- speech therapy services administered to patients with speech, language, voice, cognitive, or swallowing disorders
- evaluative and therapeutic aspects
- consistent with Medical Center and Rehabilitation Department operating objectives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
