Speech Language Pathologist

Essential Functions

• Provide speech therapy interventions and patient/family education.
• Work cooperatively with other patient care providers using interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Participate in performance improvement programs and development activities.
• Provide input in budgetary planning processes, contribute to cost-effectiveness of services provided by the department.
• Communicate observations and suggestions related to opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain positive rapport with all customers.
• Participate in department cleaning, organizing, and monitoring equipment safety/status.
• Assist the unit secretary as needed and as appropriate.
• Assist in WMMC support groups as appropriate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• M.S. or M.A. degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited ASHA certified school.
• Valid registration and licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.
• Must be working towards or have earned their Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• Knowledgeable regarding growth and development and assessing the physical and psychological needs of patients of all ages as allowed by the Missouri State Practice Act for Speech-Language Pathologists.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.
• English sufficient to provide and receive instructions/directions.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
• Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
• Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.
• Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
• Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.