Overview

This individual will evaluate, diagnose, and treat swallowing, speech, language, communication difficulties. Recommends discharge disposition to next level of care appropriately. Performs speech pathology services including diagnostic evaluations to determine level of impairment. After administering the appropriate tests and measures, a treatment plan is designed for improved communication and swallowing. Performs direct patient care services including the supervision of support personnel and students. Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient care, education and department operations.

Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 1-year experience.  Clinical experience is preferred in the following areas: tracheostomy, ventilator management, and speaking valve use.  MOCA certification is also preferred.  Strong candidates will have independence with swallowing instrumental assessments (VFSS, FEES) and previous acute care experience.

This is a PRN position.  This position could have weekday or weekend shifts.  Minimum expectation to meet department need is 2 shifts per month.  Strong candidates will have availability beyond expectation, including ability to provide support on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

* Requires graduation from an accredited academic program in speech pathology or if foreign trained, graduation from a speech pathology education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA. Requires current license in the State of Indiana within 12 months. Requires a certificate of clinical competence awarded by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or eligibility for this certificate. Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

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