Speech Language Pathologist (Rutland)

Speech Language Pathologist Under the direction of the Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Leader, the staff Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates, establishes goals, plans treatment, performs treatment, assesses treatment effectiveness, and makes discharge recommendations. In addition, the staff Speech-Language Pathologist promotes communication of patient care information among team members. Minimum Education * Masters Degree in Speech-Language pathology; graduate of an accredited program. Minimum Work Experience * Experience in hospital setting preferred. Required Licenses/Certifications * Current state licensure. * ASHA Certified or pursuing Clinical Fellowship/Vermont State Licensure, effective 2005. * Risk Category 1. * BLS Certification through American Heart Association. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities * Proficient with evaluation and treatments of a wide range of communicative, cognitive and swallowing disorders. Including ability to complete swallow function studies. * Knowledge of Medicare and other third party payor requirements. * Training in voice evaluation and treatment (including pre and post op laryngectomies). * Training in Lee Silverman Voice therapy (preferred). * Training in Vital Stim therapy (preferred). * Basic Microsoft Windows desktop application and navigation skills. Pay Range = $40.66 - $60.09 #PM24 PI5a7d80d8d118-38003-38808329