- Minimum of Master’s Degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program.
- Current certification with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
- Valid state license, evidenced upon date of hire and throughout employment. (Any variations must be reported to Director of Therapy Services within 24 hours.)
- State/National/Specialty organization memberships encouraged/recommended.
Physical Qualifications:
- Manual Dexterity-effectively manipulate and correctly use equipment related to personal job duties, telephone, writing tasks, computers, and office/medical equipment related to scope of practice.
- Auditory-comprehend and effectively deliver verbal communication.
- Visual-proficient use of office/medical equipment within job requirements.
- Body Mobility-ability to push/pull, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds unassisted. Ability to bend, twist, stand, walk, sit, and drive. Ability to work at a fast pace. Occasional travel may be required.
- Safety-will not be a risk to self, patients, or colleagues. Will be drug free.
General Qualifications:
The therapist demonstrates quality performance in the delivery of services through a patient centered interdisciplinary team approach and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Recognize the concept of customer is multidimensional; including colleagues, physicians, members of other departments, family, visitors, and other community members-with the patient as the center of the customer-focus environment. Tact, professionalism, and diplomacy will be evident in all interpersonal communications. The therapist should be a strong patient advocate.
The therapist should be willing to participate as an outcome and solution focused team member with a flexible approach to organizational changes. Demonstrate a willingness and ability to learn new concepts, skills, and responsibilities and integrate the new learning into practice.