What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Pathologist position at Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP)?
Acute care experience required. Minimum of 2 weekend days/month (may be non-consecutive). Weekday hours available.
Summary
Responsible to assess, diagnose, treat and help prevent speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, fluency and other related disorders.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
-Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
-Implement treatment plans through a variety of techniques and modalities.
-Monitor and document patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed.
-Educate patients and their families about speech and language disorders, and provide strategies for improving communication.
-Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
Education Master's Degree Speech Therapy required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Speech-language Pathologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology [CCC-A] - American Speech Language Hearing Association preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology [CCC-SLP] - American Speech Language Hearing Association preferred Experience speech pathology experience 0-1 year preferred acute hospital experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Familiarity of diagnostic assessments for speech language. - Employee must have strong interpersonal skills. - Ability to incorporate new clinical procedures sufficiently to perform clinical services independently. - Ability to perform functions associated with contemporary audiology and speech-language pathology scope of practice. - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. - Knowledge of state standards, federal and state regulations.
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Responsible to assess, diagnose, treat and help prevent speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, fluency and other related disorders.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
-Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
-Implement treatment plans through a variety of techniques and modalities.
-Monitor and document patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed.
-Educate patients and their families about speech and language disorders, and provide strategies for improving communication.
-Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
Education Master's Degree Speech Therapy required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Speech-language Pathologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology [CCC-A] - American Speech Language Hearing Association preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology [CCC-SLP] - American Speech Language Hearing Association preferred Experience speech pathology experience 0-1 year preferred acute hospital experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Familiarity of diagnostic assessments for speech language. - Employee must have strong interpersonal skills. - Ability to incorporate new clinical procedures sufficiently to perform clinical services independently. - Ability to perform functions associated with contemporary audiology and speech-language pathology scope of practice. - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. - Knowledge of state standards, federal and state regulations.
Physical Requirements
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
