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Under general direction the Speech Pathologist, works in cooperation with other members of the Healthcare team to treat and instruct speech, hearing and language impaired patients of all ages in accordance with physician prescription and Speech Pathology and Audiology diagnostic evaluation.
Assesses and treats patients to maximize their speech, swallowing and language capabilities.
Evaluates effectiveness of care given by self and other healthcare team staff.
Coordinates the continuity of the quality of patient care delivered.
Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competency in fulfilling position requirements.
Educational / Minimum Requirements:
Successful completion and graduate from an approved Master’s level School of Speech Pathology. Experience dealing with rehabilitation, gerontology.
State/Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements:
Current Connecticut Licensure as a Speech Pathologist. Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements:
General orientation at time of hire. Fire/Safety/Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by Hospital.
Special Requirements:
Excellent written and oral interpersonal communication skills. Able to function as an effective member of the Healthcare team utilizing the principles and techniques of client language instruction and of neurological language impairment. Maintains current CPR certification. Able to adequately use, or learn to use, the department’s computerized system and its associated devices.
For Home Care Agency: Must have a car to drive to home visits and a valid Connecticut driver’s license in good standing; $100,000-$300,000 automobile liability insurance.
Physical Requirements:
Provides direct patient care to patients. Moderate amount of stress due to paper work and time constraints
Work Environment:
Shared office space with other professionals. Requires own transportation. Work schedule variable depending on patient need
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Per Diem
Hospital
$93k-111k (estimate)
11/27/2023
05/27/2024
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Bristol, CT
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