Speech Pathologist PRN

Tower Health • Pottstown, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Speech language pathologists evaluate patients referred for appraisal of speech, language, voice, fluency, and dysphagia, carry out therapy, as appropriate, communicate results to patients, parents and other professionals, and participate in various Hospital or Community related activities. Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of Speech Therapy. Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum. Maintains working relationships with Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel.

Requirements

• 4 year/Bachelor's Degree
• No experience
• ASLHA Clinical Competence Cert in Speech Language Pathology
• PA Speech Language Pathologist License
• BLS Certification
• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Dictation and Transcription Skills
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications
• Multi Line Telephone Operational Skills

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients referred for appraisal of speech, language, voice, fluency, and dysphagia.
• Carry out therapy, as appropriate.
• Communicate results to patients, parents and other professionals.
• Participate in various Hospital or Community related activities.
• Evaluate, plan and implement treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of Speech Therapy.
• Support all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum.
• Maintain working relationships with Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel.
• Supervise assistants, aides, and students.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees