Speech Language Pathologist II

Under the direction of the Speech Director/Division Chair, the Speech-Language Pathologist II is responsible for the evaluation of feeding/swallowing, speech, language, and cognitive-linguistic disorders for infants and adults. This is an inpatient and outpatient split position. Acute care experience is highly preferred.

Qualifications

Minimum Education
Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Required)

Minimum Work Experience
4 years

Required Skills/Knowledge
Demonstrated flexibility in the evaluation process. Shows knowledge of counseling techniques. Shows empathy and caring. Demonstrates knowledge of theoretical application. Demonstrates knowledge of cultural and linguistic diversity. Must be available for student/trainee shadowing of daily responsibilities. Triages questions from staff, outside hospitals, and physicians.

Required Licenses and Certifications
Must be a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and state licensure is required.

Functional Accountabilities

Patient Evaluation

1. Evaluate patients using standard and special procedures.
2. Use appropriate protocol for age and disorder, completing protocols in a timely fashion.
3. Show skills for a variety of disorders and test instruments.
4. Use knowledge of cultural linguistic features appropriately in the diagnostic process.
5. Use translators when appropriate; demonstrate use of appropriate language when necessary.
6. Adapt procedures for specialized disorders (e.g., stuttering, alternative/augmentative communication, bilingual, etc.).

Schedules/Self-Management

1. Take initiative to maintain schedule.
2. Show flexibility with schedule changes.
3. Plan ahead for changes to schedule.
4. Meet department standards for patient contact hours.

Test Results/Clinical Reports

1. Report test results accurately using appropriate format.

Remediation Services

1. Deliver therapy in an appropriate manner.
2. Use knowledge of theoretical application with patients.
3. Prepare therapy progress reports, discharge summaries, and insurance requests based upon documented child performance within timeframe.
4. Show productivity in patient progress.
5. Recognize the need for future counseling and know when to refer patients.

Organizational Accountabilities

Organizational Commitment/Identification

1. Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.

Teamwork/Communication

1. Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.
2. Partner with all team members to achieve goals.
3. Be receptive to others' ideas and opinions.

Performance Improvement/Problem-solving

1. Contribute to a positive work environment.
2. Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.
3. Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes.
4. Make appropriate decisions using sound judgment.

Cost Management/Financial Responsibility

1. Use resources efficiently.
2. Search for less costly ways of doing things.

Safety

1. Speak up when team members exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.
2. Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.
3. Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation.
4. Demonstrate

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