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Delivers effective therapeutic services that are relevant to population served and remains knowledgeable of current techniques.

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Completes Basic Competencies of the population currently serving as indicated on the Competency criteria for Speech & Hearing Dept., and hospital competencies.

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Meets productivity demands by seeking out opportunities within the entire dept when cancelations, no shows and low census occur.

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Effectively shares information regarding therapy techniques and/or hospital procedures with students, volunteers, CFs and peers.

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Participates in projects for the department that are consistent with department and hospital goals and missions.

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Communicates job specific concerns and participates in developing solutions.

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Provides in-service training to staff and community as requested and completes training commiserate with state license laws.

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Completes written work in a timely manner relevant to evaluation, therapy and patient coordination and the content of written material meets ASHA specifics.

FORMAL EDUCATION AND JOB RELATED EXPERIENCE:

Thorough knowledge of the theoretical principles and clinical application employed in the diagnosis and management of various communication and swallowing disorders. Knowledge of normal development is desirable. Tact, initiative and judgment in the performance of duties. Member of ASHA required.

Certificate of Clinical Competence from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Speech Correctionist or Speech-Language Specialist Certificate. AHA BLS Provider Certification required.

NJ State Speech-Language Pathology License or eligible.

Master s Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Completion of the national examination if beginning Clinical Fellowship Year affiliation. Evidence of continuing education is necessary to meet licensing requirements. Student clinical experience in pediatrics; rehabilitation experience desirable.