Location :3500 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, Pa 19104Job Duties :Independently evaluates patients with known or suspected communication disorders (including speech, language, and oral motor dysfunction) using both non-standardized and standardized evaluation tools. Records evaluation findings according to Departmental and Hospital procedures.Develops an individual therapy plan for each assigned patient which includes goals of treatment. Updates goals and records patient progress according to Departmental and Hospital procedures.Presents and defends evaluation findings, progress and recommendations to patients, families / significant caregivers, and health care professionals. Instructs family members and caregivers in home therapy programs. Consults with health care and educational staff to promote the patients' communication skills.Participates in Departmental or program-based functions (i.e., staff meetings, Departmental continuing education activities, work group meetings / committees, Quality Improvement projects, development and refinement of clinical protocols and equipment / supplies maintenance and ordering).Teaches within the Department, Hospital, professional community, and non-professional community.Provides consultative services outside of the Hospital setting.Mentors professional observers, students, and clinical fellows.High level of analytical skill in order to work independently to identify and plan for the resolution of problems encountered in clinical and research duties.Required Certifications & Licensure :License in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Required Education :
- Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Required Experience :
- Minimum of 2 years of licensed experience.
Experience
Required
- 2 year(s) : licensed experience in speech-language pathology
- License in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Education
Required
- Masters or better in Speech-Language Pathology
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Job Type : Contract
Pay : $47.00 - $51.00 per hour
Expected hours : 40 per week
Work Location : In person