Speech Language Pathologist- Outpatient

Position Title:

Speech Language Pathologist- Outpatient

Department:

Physical Therapy Clinic

Job Description:

General Description:

Under general supervision, will evaluate, diagnose and recommend a treatment plan for communication disorders of speech and language.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.  Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. 

• Upon physician referral, performs evaluations of speech, hearing and swallowing difficulties, makes a preliminary diagnosis and develops treatment plans
• Determines the need for individual or group therapy on each client
• Documents client’s progress
• Assists students in clinical rotations in meeting objectives

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology.

Experience: None.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Licensed by the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

Knowledge of the normal development of speech, language and hearing. Ability to perform diagnostic tests for communication disorders and formulates a treatment plan. Must be able to interact in a patient, encouraging manner with clients to understand their communication needs and assist them in achieving the program goals specific to them. Good interpersonal skills with customers, co-workers and clients. Must be able to display patience when client’s frustration level is high.

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