Overview
02202 Pediatric Speech/Lang Pathologist STRHS-Lawrenceburg Outpatient Environment
Evaluates and treats pediatric patient populations for swallowing, speech-language and therapy needs.
Reports to: Director of Physical Therapy Services
FLSA: Non-Exempt
We specialize in helping children grow and reach their potential with supportive physical, occupational, and speech therapy services.
The work we do requires determination, empathy, patience, and the natural desire to do what’s right, day in and day out while providing opportunities for you to grow, thrive, and reach your own potential.
Essential Functions:
Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition.
Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family.
Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.
Non-Essential Functions:
Perform other duties as assigned.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service, projects and committees as assigned.
• Adheres to and supports policies and procedures of the STRHS.
• Works scheduled shifts including overtime, when necessary.
• Accepts all call schedule as directed.
• Maintains a neat and professional appearance in compliance to the existing dress code.
Job Requirements:
*Minimum Education*
X Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
*Minimum Education*
X Master’s degree Required
*Required Skills*
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
*Required Skills*
Certifications:
X Basic Life Support (BLS) â–¡ Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) â–¡ Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) â–¡ Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) â–¡ Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) Certifications may be obtained within 30 days of hire.
*Required Skills*
Licenses: Current and active Speech Language Pathologist license in the State of Tennessee is required.
**Job:** **Speech Pathology*
**Organization:** **Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Lawrenceburg*
**Title:** *Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist*
**Location:** *Tennessee-Lawrenceburg*
**Requisition ID:** *7425-2877*
