Speech Pathologist | PRN | University | Days

Overview

The Speech Pathologist is responsible for evaluating, treating, and counseling patients with speech, language, swallowing, or hearing disorders in accordance with professional and Methodist Healthcare standards of treatment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

• Performs initial patient assessment on assigned patients.
• Implements treatment activities.
• Provides ongoing patient assessment through observation of patient and records.
• Reports findings in a timely fashion.
• Identifies patient specific Speech Rehabilitation learning needs and provides appropriate education.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self‑development and enhancement of professional competency.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

• Master's Degree in Speech Pathology.

• No prior work experience required.

• Required – Speech‑Language Pathologist (Tennessee) – Tennessee Board of Communications Disorders and Sciences.
• Preferred – Speech‑Language Pathologist (Mississippi) – Mississippi State Board of Health.

• Ability to understand and prepare moderately complex written materials such as patient records.
• Ability to communicate verbally with all levels of associates, management, and physicians; clear speech and acceptable pronunciation, grammar, and word usage.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow.

There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this job.

The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The position requires exerting up to 50 lbs occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs frequently. Visual acuity: color, depth perception, field of vision required. Exposure to patient body fluids and hazardous materials. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.