What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN position at Southwestern Medical Center?
Description
Position Summary
The Certified Speech/Language Pathologist provides patient care based upon a total assessment and written evaluation that is appropriate for the patient’s need and medical condition and provides such care in compliance with the hospital and physical medicine department policy and procedures. The Speech/Language Pathologist is responsible for providing speech and language and swallowing diagnostic and therapy techniques in accordance with state/federal laws and regulations and standards of practice as set forth by the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association (ASLHA). The Certified Therapist will also assist in the department’s performance improvement plan and the hospital’s commitment to continuous quality improvement. The therapist assumes responsibility for maintaining and improving Speech/Language Pathology knowledge and skills by conducting staff in-services and attending continuing education courses.
Qualifications
Position Requirements:
A. Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- License – State of Oklahoma
- Certification – Basic Life Support (CPR)
ASLHA-CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competence)
