Overview
Evaluates and treats patient populations for swallowing, speech-language and therapy needs.
Reports to: Director – Rehab Services or Director – IRU
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.
*Minimum Education*
Master’s degree in Speech Pathology – 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*
BLS certification from approved American Heart Association training center must be obtained within 90 days of employment, if not current upon hire.
*Required Skills*
Licenses: Tennessee licensure in Speech Pathology – Required
Speech Pathology Clinical Fellows accepted, must obtain Tennessee license, as soon as possible,once Fellowship program is complete.
**Job:** **Speech Pathology*
**Organization:** **
**Title:** *Speech Pathologist-Acute PRN*
**Location:** *Tennessee-Gallatin*
**Requisition ID:** *7457-10880*
