Position Summary                

       The Certified Speech/Language Pathologist provides patient care based upon a total assessment and written                   evaluation that is appropriate for the patient's need and medical condition and provides such care in compliance              with the hospital and physical medicine department policy and procedures.  The Speech/Language Pathologist is            responsible for providing speech and language and swallowing diagnostic and therapy techniques in accordance             with state/federal laws and regulations and standards of practice as set forth by the American Speech, Language            and Hearing Association (ASLHA).  The Certified Therapist will also assist in the department's performance                     improvement plan and the hospital's commitment to continuous quality improvement. The therapist assumes                  responsibility for maintaining and improving Speech/Language Pathology knowledge and skills by conducting staff           in-services and attending continuing education courses.

Position Requirements:

A.   Licensure/Certification/Registration:

1. License – State of Oklahoma
2. Certification – Basic Life Support (CPR)

ASLHA-CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competence)

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