Speech Language Pathologist I OP (Full Time, Autism Center, Lynchburg, VA)

$10,000 RECRUITMENT BONUS!

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• This role is for Pediatric Autism The Speech Pathologist I evaluates and treats patients to maintain or restore their maximum functional performance level and completes discharge planning.

Evaluates and develops plan of care according to American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) guidelines Administers speech-language pathology treatments appropriate to diagnosis and to ASHA guidelines Completes discharge planning according to ASHA guidelines by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers; contributing to patient care conferences Documents and charges for patient care services by charting in patient and department records according to federal, state, and local regulations Protects patients, employees, and visitors by promoting infection-control and safety policies and protocols Meets productivity standards Ensures operation of equipment, follows manufacturer's instructions; troubleshoots malfunctions and reports the need for repair to supervisor Supervises Rehab Aides, other support staff, and students Other duties as assigned Required Education : Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology Preferred Experience : Hospital-based experience Required Certifications and Licensures : Licensed by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.

Possess Certificate of Clinical Competence.

Member of American Speech-Language-Hearing Association