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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.
$87,256 / year median in Utah
+4% projected growth
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Graduate from an accredited American Speech-Language Hearing Associations program satisfying the ASHA certification, Masters Degree preferred. 2. Must hold a current state license and must maintain license renewal in accordance with the applicable State Licensing Board. 3. One to two years speech therapy experience, long term acute care and rehabilitation experience is preferred 4. Must be able to read, write, and speak English, as well as possess good verbal and written communications skillsPHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical:
Walking- up to 50% Standing
- up to 50% Kneeling
- up to 25% Sitting
- up to 50% Pushing
- up to 25% Bending
- up to 25% Squatting
- up to 25% Pulling
- up to 25% Reaching
- up to 25% Lifting
- up to 25lbs Wrist/Finger Movements
- up to 90%
Mental:
Stress Level:
ModerateEXPOSURE RISK
Category I- Jobs in which required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membranes or skin contact with blood, body fluids, tissues or potential spills or splashes.