Speech Therapist Position Available In Durham, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: A Speech Therapist provides individualized patient care for individuals of all ages, from adults to geriatrics, according to established policies and guidelines. Responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, as well as program development and communication with other professionals. This role requires a Master's degree in speech-language pathology, licensure in the state of practice, CPR certification, and strong interpersonal and technical skills. The position involves 40-hour work weeks with variable hours, serving a diverse population.
Job Description
Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY
Works under the supervision of a Clinical TeamLeader. Provides individualized patient care for patients in alldevelopmental stages throughout the life span including: Adult -18-72 years, Geriatric – 72 + years, according to establishedpolicies, procedures, and guidelines. Participates in professionalresponsibilities such as program development, student programs, andperformance improvement programs. Provides patient consultation andassumes communicative role with other professionals. Performs otherduties as assigned.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES 1.
Assesses, interprets,plans, implements, and evaluates patients with appropriate level ofskill according to the patient’s age and diagnosis. 2. Assists withprogram development and discipline specific operations efficientlyand productively. 3. Appropriately communicates and documentsinformation in accordance to agency policies and procedures anddiscipline-specific guidelines. 4. Contributes to programeffectiveness. 5. Organizes and performs work effectively andefficiently. 6. Maintains and adjusts schedule to enhance agencyperformance. 7. Demonstrates a daily commitment to the values ofthe agency. 8. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations indealing with all members of the agency. 9. Maintains and promotescustomer satisfaction.10. Effectively demonstrates the mission,vision, and values of the Agency on a daily basis.
JOBSPECIFICATIONS 1.
Education:
Graduate of clinical program from anaccredited university or community college. Masters degree inspeech-language pathology. 2. Licensure /
Certifications:
Licensurein the state in which providing care (NC/SC); CPR certification. NCand CCC from ASHA or eligibility to begin CFY year. 3.
Experience:
Graduate practicums in medical setting Prefer one year experience.4. Essential Technical /
Motor Skills:
Knowledge of diagnostic andspeech procedures, ability to manipulate patient care equipment,including modalities and assistive devices; ability to properlytransfer and guard patients. 5.
Interpersonal Skills:
Ability todeal with the public, co-workers, patients, families and physiciansin a professional and positive manner. 6.
Essential PhysicalRequirements:
Requires significant locomotion, frequent liftinggreater than 50# and transferring patients greater than 100#. Alsofrequent reaching in front of the body, bending and pushing andpulling. Occasionally requires reaching overhead, stair climbing.7.
Essential Mental Abilities:
Ability to apply rehabilitationclinical principles and use professional reasoning to developappropriate treatment programs. Ability to prioritize duties, learnnew skills and techniques in patient care. Ability to learn and usecomputer technology and supportive services. 8.
Essential SensoryRequirements:
Ability to see and communicate clearly in order toperform basic clinical techniques. Adequate hearing for speechdiscrimination. 9. Exposure to
Hazards:
Noise, congestion,communicable disease, exposure to blood borne pathogens, patientassault, and injury resulting from improper body mechanics,uncooperative patients, families, and community hazards.10.
Hoursof Work:
40 hour work weeks, variable Monday-Friday, weekends andholidays as needed.11.
Population Served:
Adolescents, adults,geriatrics, and pediatrics.12. Must have a valid North Carolinadriver’s license and an operational vehicle.
