What are the responsibilities and job description for the SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST position at Cooper University Health Care?
Cooper University Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving residents and visitors throughout Cape May County. The system includes Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional; three urgent care facilities; nearly 30 primary care and specialty care offices in multiple locations throughout Cape May County; The Cancer Center at Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional; the Claire C. Brodesser Surgery Center; AMI at Cooper, Miracles Fitness and numerous freestanding outpatient facilities providing wound care, lab, and physical therapy services. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part time employees a comprehensive employee benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, on-site Early Education Center (employee discount), attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.
Short Description
Evaluates patients and plans Speech Therapy for oral-motor functioning, language comprehension, speech (speaking) abilities, basic reading/writing abilities, as well as feeding and swallowing abilities based on patient's specific age group.Adapts program according to the needs of individual patient, appropriate to the patient's specific age group. Selects constructive activities suited to the individual’s physical capacity, intelligence level and interest and documents outcomes of the evaluation/treatment in a timely manner. Consults with other members of the rehabilitative team
Education Requirements
Graduate of an approved College or University with a Masters Degree in Speech and Language Pathology.
License/Certification Requirements
Must possess a current license to practice Speech Therapy in the State of New Jersey.