Speech Language Pathologist
| Facility | Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg |
| Location | Lawrenceburg, TN |
| Career Area | Therapy |
| Job ID | #7425-3255 |
Description:
02202 Speech/Lang Pathologist STRHS-Lawrenceburg Job Description 3.31.2017
Evaluates and treats patient populations for swallowing, speech-language and therapy needs.
Reports to: Director of Physical Therapy Services
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 71
EEO: â–¡ 01 Officials and Managers X 02 Professionals â–¡ 03 Technicians â–¡ 04 Sales Workers â–¡ 05 Administrative Support Workers â–¡ 06 Craft Workers â–¡ 07 Operatives â–¡ 08 Laborers and Helpers â–¡ 09 Service Workers
Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family.
Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.
Qualifications:
Minimum Education
X Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
X Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
Minimum Education
X Master's degree Required
X Master's degree Required
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Skills
Certifications:
X Basic Life Support (BLS) â–¡ Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) â–¡ Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) â–¡ Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) â–¡ Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) Certifications may be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Certifications:
X Basic Life Support (BLS) â–¡ Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) â–¡ Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) â–¡ Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) â–¡ Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) Certifications may be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Required Skills
Licenses: Current and active Speech Language Pathologist license in the State of Tennessee is required.
Licenses: Current and active Speech Language Pathologist license in the State of Tennessee is required.