Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

Department: Primary Care

Program: Primary Care

Reports to: Primary Care Director

Employment Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: Exempt

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for un'ina (customers) assessment, evaluation, diagnosis, in consultation with the provider, plan of care and evidence based intervention. Assist Un'ina who have deficits, injury, illness, or de-conditioned state to improve their quality of life, and contribute to their overall wellness.

Essential Functions

• Assesses swallowing, speech and language difficulty
• Identifies treatment options
• Creates and carries out individualized treatment plans addressing specific functional needs
• Works with adults and children in developing and strengthen muscles used to swallow
• Counsels individuals and family on ways to cope with swallowing and communication disorders
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Repetitive Motion
• Pushing/Pulling

Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions

• Chemical Hazards
• Noise

OSHA Categories

• Category I - Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue

Travel

• Local
• In-State
• Out-of-State

Comments: Local meetings and/or trainings, also possible in-state or out-of-state travel for training

Qualifications

Education

• Master's Degree from an institution accredited by the American Speech-Hearing Association

Experience

• Two (2) years of experience working in outpatient speech language pathology

License/Certification

• Speech Pathology License
• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy
• BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers) required within three months of hire

Preferred

• Experience with electronic health records
• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

Special Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor under pressure
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills and attitude
• Familiar with clinical, behavioral, and wellness screening tools
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

*Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.