Speech Pathologist-7454-3803Wythe County Community Hospital
Description
Evaluates and treats patient populations for swallowing, speech-language and therapy needs. Provides education regarding prevention and treatment of injury and disease to patients and to the community. Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development, assessment, treatment options and care appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
Reports to: Mgr - Rehab Svs
FLSA: Exempt
Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition. Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family. Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services. Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.
Qualifications
Required SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Minimum Work ExperienceTwo years of experience as a Speech Language Pathologist preferred.
Required Licenses[Virginia,United States]Speech-language Pathologist
In good standing with the Board
Required SkillsBCLS within 30 days of hire.
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Primary Location
Virginia-Wytheville
Schedule
Full-timeWork ScheduleDay shift, 7-10 hr/shift, rotate weekends