Speech and Language Pathology Gard - Resident - Locations

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This job serves as a full-time post‑graduate speech and language pathology resident/fellow. The resident/fellow plans, organizes, and conducts speech and language pathology treatment programs based upon evaluation, assessment, and medical referral. They maintain patient care records, evaluate the patient’s response to treatment, and recommend treatment plan changes. The resident/fellow receives training based on a didactic curriculum, clinical education, skills, professional collaboration, and community outreach.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required:

Master’s degree in speech and language pathology.

Required:

None.

Required:

Current speech and language pathology license in state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity from another state. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills and ability to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and leadership skills.
• Strong time management skills and ability to perform all job duties associated with the program.

• Performs age and diagnosis appropriate evaluations and treatment.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in the education and training of speech and language pathology students.
• Conducts research, collects data, writes professional papers, participates in special projects, and pursues continuing education.
• Participates in all activities associated with Speech and Language Pathology (SLP) Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) Program completion, including but not limited to participation in educational activities, testing, and clinical mentorship.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

The employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and other compliance-related concerns.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Very Heavy Work – Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently,…