Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Position Information:
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Auditory Verbal Interns, Clinical Fellows, Graduate Students, Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
Position Summary:
Provide assessment and treatment of the audition, speech, and language skills of children with hearing loss in the child’s home language (Spanish). The SLP will be required to develop and implement treatment plans while providing parent-centered, auditory-based therapy in the family’s home language.
Major Responsibilities
· Perform patient evaluations and interpret results (in English and Spanish)
· Provide evidenced-based treatment in based on the assessment results and prescribed plan of care (in English and Spanish)
· Administer speech and language screenings (as necessary)
· Meet position productivity expectations
· Mentor assigned students and CFYs (if applicable)
· Work toward and maintain Auditory-Verbal certification
· Prepare and participate in lectures as assigned to the local and professional community
· Participate in an annual review and mutual goal planning for professional development and performance
· Participate in staff development programs
· Practice in accordance with the ASHA and AG Bell Academy for Listening and Spoken Language Code of Ethics
· Philosophical agreement with and commitment to the mission of THI
Education and Experience Requirements:
Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology required
1-3 years of professional speech-language pathology experience with pediatrics preferred
Specific Skills:
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with other professionals
Complex Problem Solving Skills:
· Caseload Management
o Successfully manage a schedule to include patient appointments, meetings, etc
o Perform all job-related tasks without compromising direct patient care
o Successfully manage difficult cases; request assistance from Director of the Speech Therapy Services as necessary
Basic Competencies
· Internet
Use of the internet for therapy activities and parent resources
· Software
Basic understanding of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook
Ability to learn current EMR technology (IMS)
· English and Spanish Language
Physical Demands:
Stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; talk; hear; able to lift 15 pounds; able to endure outdoor temperatures for camp supervision or special events.
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