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University Health

Speech Pathologist

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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.

$81,578 / year median in Texas

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans, develops and implements professionally competent individual and group treatment programs for both inpatients and outpatients. Assists with managerial, administrative and educational duties as assigned by supervisor. Provides efficient and timely professional Speech Pathology programming and appropriate documentation on all patients assigned. Communicates effectively with health care team members to facilitate maximum patient benefit.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
must maintain current licensure to practice as a Speech and Language Pathologist as issued by the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology. New graduates may qualify with a Speech and Language Pathologist Intern license, pending full licensure in accordance with ASHA and Texas State Board of Examiner requirements.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Must maintain current licensure to practice as a Speech and Language Pathologist as issued by the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology. Must have current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card.