Speech Language Pathologist / Acute PT,OT,ST Therapies / PRN

Job Description

Summary of Performance Expectations

Evaluates patients referred for speech and / or language deficits and disorders. Plans and implements treatment. Coordinates care with family and other care providers. Responsible for the routine operational activities of the service.

Education and Credentials :

Required :

• Master's degree in Speech / Language.
• Pathology Current license or license eligibility as a Speech / Language Pathologist in NC. If license eligible, NC license must be obtained prior to employment date.
• Must complete a clinical fellowship year (CFY-SLP) of a minimum of 1,260 hours within the first 36 weeks of employment date.
• Obtain certificate of clinical competence (CCC-SLP) after completion of clinical fellowship. BCLS for healthcare providers or completion of BCLS from the American Heart Association within three months of employment date.

Preferred :

Certification in Surgical Technology.

Work Experience : Required :

No previous experience required. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date.

Preferred :

One year previous experience preferred.

About Us

About Catawba Valley Medical Center

COMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN THE CATAWBA VALLEY

As the region's largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.

Our mission : Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.

At A Glance :

HIGH LEVEL OF TECHNICAL CARE FROM MEDICAL EXPERTS

Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.

One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medica Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.