Job Description Summary
Administers treatments to patients in accordance with the physician's referral. Organizes and conducts a speech therapy program to facilitate rehabilitation of the patient's speech and/or language deficiency.

Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
PRN

Cost Center
CC001298 FLO - Speech Therapy - Acute IP (FMC)

Pay Rate Type
Hourly

Pay Grade
Health-26

Scheduled Weekly Hours
8

Work Shift

Job Description

Assesses and treats speech and language disorders and impairments. Conducts evaluations of an individual's speech and language skills using relevant diagnostic materials and tools. Develops treatment plans that utilize appropriate intervention approaches, strategies, and materials. Establishes treatment priorities that include advising, educating, and counseling. Completes required documentation to record assessment and progress. Collaborates with physicians, family members, and other clinical providers to provide effective therapies. May direct support staff in assisting with treatment.

Additional Job Description

Education: Masters level accredited speech pathology degree from an accredited school.

Experience: One year prior experience preferred. New graduates acceptable.

Licenses/Certificates: Speech Language Pathologist South Carolina License. AHA BLS or equivalent certification required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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