Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellowship | West Birmingham Area Floater Full-Time

Championpartnersinrehab; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation provider in Birmingham is looking for a Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist to conduct evaluations and provide treatment for individuals with communication and swallowing disorders. The role requires a master's or doctoral degree, along with necessary certifications and licenses. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and counseling skills and have experience working with various age groups. This position offers a significant opportunity to enhance patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Preferred completion of clinical fellowship year.
• Ability to work with individuals of all ages.
• COVID vaccination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess and provide treatment for communication disorders.
• Manage and supervise communication programs.
• Document evaluation and treatment plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Counseling skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

Master's or doctoral degree

Certificate of Clinical Competence

Alabama State License

Job description

Overview

This is a Full-Time SNF Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellowship Position. 35 hours/week. Primary: Jasper Area. Secondary: West Birmingham Area (Bessemer, Hueytown, etc.).

The Staff Speech-Language Pathologist shall provide quality speech/dysphagia evaluations and treatments to patients with communication and/or swallowing deficits, and participate in the departmental operations as assigned by the Clinical Director.

Responsibilities

1. Identify, assess, and provide treatment for individuals of all ages with communication/dysphagia disorders.
2. Manage and supervise programs and services related to human communication and its disorders.
3. Counsel individuals with disorders of communication, their families, caregivers, and other service providers relative to the disability present and its management.

Physical Demands

Communication and hearing skills which allow for evaluation and treatment of speech/language disorders.

Special Demands

1. Desire to work with and for people with temporary and/or chronic physical, mental, and developmental handicaps.
2. A knowledge of medical terminology to understand prescriptions and communicate with Physicians and Staff.
3. Preferably, knowledge and experience in the administration of video fluoroscopic evaluations and therapy for patients with dysphagia.
4. Able to work with individuals of all ages from neonates to geriatrics.

Job Qualifications

Master's or doctoral degree, the Certificate of Clinical Competence of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and Alabama State License.

Training, Experience, Other

Preferred completion of clinical fellowship year or will be supervised by a speech pathologist with a Certificate of Clinical Competence of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. COVID vaccination is preferred for this position. However, an exemption will be entertained.

Work Performed

Under the direction of the Clinical Director, the Speech Pathologist provides treatment only on written prescription of a licensed physician.

Major Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities

1. Screening, identifying, assessing and interpreting, diagnosing, and rehabilitating disorders of speech (e.g. articulation, fluency, voice) and language.
2. Screening, identifying, assessing and interpreting, diagnosing, and rehabilitating disorders of oropharyngeal function (e.g. dysphagia) and related disorders.
3. Screening, identifying, assessing, and interpreting, diagnosing, and rehabilitating cognitive/communication disorders.
4. Assessing, selecting, and developing augmentative and alternative communication systems and providing training in their use.
5. Assisting in record keeping and charging system of the department.
6. Discharge planning in treatment program.
7. Documenting evaluation, treatment plan, goals, progress notes, and discharge summary of patients treated.
8. Performing staff and nursing in-service programs as needed on areas of relevant interest and need.