Speech Language Pathologist
About The Position
NHC HomeCare Dickson is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to supervise and participate in therapeutic techniques for rehabilitating patients with speech and language disorders, hearing disorders, and oral myofunctional disorders. The position directs and supervises the Communication Disorders Service Department and provides evaluations and therapy as ordered by referring physicians. The Speech Language Pathologist recommends treatment programs for physician approval, plans and carries out therapy with goals and periodic re-evaluations, contributes to in-service training for HomeCare personnel, and consults with HomeCare staff about communication problems affecting patients who are not receiving speech pathology services. National HealthCare Corporation describes its care approach as interdisciplinary, combining compassionate care with cost-effective health services to support patient well-being and independence. Its stated workplace values include encouragement, challenge, innovation, improvement, teamwork, collaboration, honesty, and integrity.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from an approved curriculum in Speech Pathology, or equivalent.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SP) from the American Speech and Hearing Association, or eligibility for a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
- Licensure in the state or states where the employee will work.
Responsibilities
- Direct and supervise the Communication Disorders Service Department.
- Provide evaluations and therapy as ordered by the referring physician and recommend appropriate treatment programs for physician approval.
- Evaluate, plan, and carry out therapy programs, including establishing patient goals and conducting periodic re-evaluations.
- Participate in the in-service training program for HomeCare personnel.
- Consult with HomeCare staff concerning communication problems of patients who are not receiving speech pathology services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
