SPEECH-LANG PATHOLOGIST

  Location: Forty-Fort Clinic

Work Schedule: Days

Work Type: FULL TIME

Hiring Manager: Brenda Finucane

 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Speech-Language Pathologist in the Autism & Developmental Medicine Institute performs speech/language evaluations and augmentative & alternative communication assessments according to hospital, state, professional and federal regulations and guidelines; meets the standards set system-wide for Speech-Language Pathologists; and creates an environment and culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by providing patient safety and patient-centered treatment. In addition, the position:

·         Requires effective communication skills for working with patients, families, and caregivers.

·         Requires effective communication skills for departmental and interdepartmental relationships.

·         Requires competency in speech-language pathology evaluation, assessment, care planning and treatment.

·         Requires task delegation and supervision of fellows, technicians and assistants (when applicable).

·         Maintains open and on-going communication with hospital departments to ensure patients, staff, and hospital needs are met.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Job Functions

1. *Performs speech/language evaluations and augmentative & alternative communication assessments as part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary developmental medicine, psychology, neuroscience, and genomics team

2. *Works within a busy, stimulating clinical and research environment serving individuals with diverse neurodevelopmental challenges and complex communication needs

3. *Has a desire to develop clinical expertise and research interests through specialty clinics for fragile X, Smith-Magenis, 22q11.2 deletion, and other genetic syndromes

4. *Collaborates with children’s school and behavioral teams to develop and implement treatment recommendations and therapy plans

5. *Educates members of the clinical and research team to increase their understanding of speech and language disorders and the use of augmentative and alternative communication strategies and devices

6. *Maintains current licensure and certifications

7. *Bills for assessments and other activities in compliance with corporate policy and regulation bodies

8. *Documents subject/patient assessment, planning and care on appropriate forms following corporate and hospital policy and procedures.

*Denotes essential job functions.

SPECIFIC POSITION DUTIES:

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

·         Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

·         Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively

·         Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner

·         Ability to work independently without supervision

·         Ability to think critically and evaluate the research evidence for specific therapies and practices in the field of speech-language pathology

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

License or Certification Required:

·         Master's degree in Speech Pathology

·         Active Pennsylvania state speech-language pathologist license

·         ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)

·         CPR certification preferred unless otherwise required by hospital policy

Education/Experience Preferred:

·         Master’s degree in communication disorders, or equivalent field, from accredited program

·         Experience working with children with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as developmental delay, intellectual disability, and autism spectrum disorder

·         Interest and experience in augmentative & alternative communication (AAC) for children with complex communication needs

·         Familiarity with research methods and evidence-based practices in the field of speech-language pathology

·         Additional education, training, or experience in augmentative & alternative communication is preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is typically performed in a clinical/office environment 

 

Geisinger Health System is an integrated health services organization widely recognized for its innovative use of the electronic health record, and the development of innovative care models such as ProvenHealth Navigator® and ProvenCare®. As one of the nation’s largest rural health services organizations, Geisinger serves more than 3 million residents throughout 48 counties in central, south-central and northeast Pennsylvania. The physician-led system is comprised of approximately 23,500 employees, including a 1,200-member multi-specialty group practice, nine hospital campuses, two research centers and a 467,000-member health plan, all of which leverage an estimated $7.7 billion positive impact on the Pennsylvania economy. The health system and the health plan have repeatedly garnered national accolades for integration, quality and service. In addition to fulfilling its patient care mission, Geisinger has a long-standing commitment to medical education, research and community service.

 

** Does not qualify for J-1 waiver.  We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.