Speech Pathologist Speech Pathology/Part-time

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:  M.S.or M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology, Communicative Disorders or equivalent certified program. 

 

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:  Current ASHA and New Mexico Speech & Language Pathology or current Clinical Fellowship Licensure required.  BLS issued through American Heart Association certification required.

 

SKILLS:  Demonstrates accountability and skills in assessment/evaluation, decision making and time management.  Should have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

 

EXPERIENCE:   Minimum of 2 years post CFY experience (preferred) or current Clinical Fellowship License. Atleast one year of previous clinical experience with neurologically impaired adults and dysphagia, including radiologic assessment. (preferred).  . 

 

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

Responsible to:  Director/Manager, Rehabilitation Services

 

ENVIRONMENT:   Works in a clean, well lighted, ventilated smoke-free environment.  Potential exposure to communicable diseases, combative patients and hazardous chemicals.  Minimal X-ray exposure. Subject to stressful professional relationships.  

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Good physical condition.   Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing and walking.  Lifts, positions, and transfers patients and manipulates occupied equipment.  Lifts supplies or equipment up to 50 lbs.  Potential strains resulting from lifting heavy patients and equipment.