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Speech-Language Pathologist
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$82,000 / year median in Michigan
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
Whitehall- 916 E Lewis Street Whitehall, MI 49461 AND Muskegon
- 1061 W Hackley Avenue Muskegon, MI 49441
Schedule:
Full Time, Monday- Friday, Flexible Scheduling available
Responsibilities:
Conduct speech-language screenings and evaluations to determine cognitive/communication and/or swallowing status using standardized tests and measures. Develop, implement, and regularly assess treatment plans to maximize patient independence and function in accordance with ASHA professional and ethical standards. Check, instruct, assign, and review CFY work as assigned and in accordance with ASHA standards. Confer with physicians and other practitioners to obtain patient information, recommend treatment revisions, and integrate speech therapy with overall patient care. Provide accurate documentation to support medical record quality, continuity of care, reimbursement guidelines, and agency requirements. Educate and instruct patients and families/caregivers on treatment procedures to continue outside therapy and home exercise programs; participate in patient and family care conferences as requested. Participate in Quality Assurance activities, new program development, agency meetings, and other activities as directed by the Agency Administrator and/or site-specific Director of Therapy to support effective agency operations and expand clinical services. Promote current clinical practice standards through internal/external continuing education, in-services, and agency-sponsored certifications. Maintain patient confidentiality and follow all safety, infection control, and other required guidelines. Rotate to other clinic locations to meet patient care needs and perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence Licensure as required by the State of Michigan Ability to respond effectively to the needs of patients and their families Physical ability to exert force up to 20 poundsValid Driver's License Employee Benefits:
Competitive Pay Affordable Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield MI 401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service Holiday Pay Reimbursement for Professional Licensure and CEU Credits Mileage Reimbursement for facility-to-facility travelPay:
$40.00- $50.