What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist position at Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Inc?
Description
Cameron Memorial Community Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit facility that proudly serves Angola and Steuben County. We have been a cornerstone of this community and the surrounding area in northeast Indiana dating back to 1926. Over the years, we have helped generation after generation of area residents enjoy better health and live comfortably. Today, Cameron Hospital has grown into something more than a simple community hospital. Filled with advanced equipment and skilled specialists, Cameron is a modern, high-tech facility that provides advanced diagnostics, a variety of specialties and cutting-edge treatment options that are combined with highly personalized and compassionate care.
DEPARTMENT: Speech Therapy
JOB TITLE: Speech Therapist
SHIFT: 1.0 FTE. Full-time position
COMPETITIVE PAY:
- SHIFT PREMIUMS
- WEEKEND PREMIUMS
JOB SUMMARY
Provides Speech Therapy services following the Indiana State Practice Act, including patient evaluations, treatment, and regular progress reports for medically referred outpatients and hospitalized patients.
Qualifications/Education Required
- Master’s degree in Communication Disorders/Speech Pathology.
Skills / Competencies
- Basic Life Support certified within orientation period according to hospital policy.
License
- Certificate of Clinical Competence from American Speech/Language Hearing Association (ASHA) required.
- Speech Pathology Licensure from the State of Indiana, or temporary permit.
Supervisor Responsibilities:
- May supervise Speech Therapy students including conducting performance evaluations following 1 year of work experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Evaluation and treatment of all patients referred for Speech Therapy, which may include inpatients and outpatients.
- Demonstrates proficient use of hospital required computer programs.
- Responsible for patient’s insurance authorization to ensure financial reimbursement.
