SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Position: Speech Language Pathologist

Location: District

Start Date: Immediate

Position Type: Full-Time, 10-Month Position
Reports To: Director of Exceptional Children

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Assists students with speech language impairments to gain maximum communicative potential based on age and cognition in the areas of articulation, language, fluency and voice. Employee coordinates services with the student’s educational staff and family. The therapist is responsible for documentation for all eligible students. The employee reports to the principal/s at his/her school/s.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Planning and Oversight

Organizes the school program, cooperates with others to accomplish its goals, coordinates program services with other student services and maintains records in accordance with established rules, regulations and ethical standards.

Maintains Medicaid billing profiles and therapy notes on all Medicaid eligible students using the designated billing service for the district.

Screening, Testing, Diagnosing and Advising

Conducts screening and testing, obtains diagnostic information, analyzes information and makes recommendations regarding programs and services.

The speech-language specialist can supervise speech-language assistants and clinical fellows working on ASHA certification.

Developing Individual Education Programs

Develops individual education plans for each speech-language eligible child in collaboration with the classroom teacher, parent, LEA representative and other pertinent professionals.

Managing and Conducting Therapy

Plans therapy and uses appropriate diagnostic tools and therapy techniques to support the curriculum.

The employee manages time, facilities and resources to facilitate delivery of services.

The employee promotes effective interpersonal relations and engages in continuing professional growth.

Liaison

Provides consultation, seeks assistance of others, uses related research and makes recommendations and referrals for the implementation of services.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Must have a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Preferred to have a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association. Must have a G License from the NC Department of Public Instruction and have a license from the Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience and education.
• Health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.