Master's degree
Current Speech Pathologist license in the state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity from another state
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Certification of Clinical Competence from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) required within 2 years of hire
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard
Strong interpersonal skills
Good judgment and excellent decision-making skills in dealing with a variety of patients and diagnosis
Perform(s) age and diagnosis appropriate evaluations and treatments
Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies and procedures
Recommends alternative plans to accommodate overall department needs and is flexible with schedule adjustments
Attains established productivity levels set forth by administration and conducts professional development, required training, and credentialing
May be required to educate and train others within discipline
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
Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities
Duties may involve exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue; occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases
Exposed to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within healthcare environment