Overview:
POSITION SUMMARY: The Speech Therapist assists patients in the restoration or development of swallowing, speech and communication functions through evaluation and treatment.
Qualifications:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
* Master's degree
Licenses/Certifications:
* Respective state temporary license with the supervision of a Licensed Speech Pathologist for 18 months
* Respective state temporary license while completing Clinical Fellowship Year or respective state license and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA)
Other skills/knowledge:
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Previous experience as Speech Pathologist
* Valid state driver's license, as verified through the respective state Department of Motor vehicles driving record abstract.
* Analytical ability to administer and evaluate standardized speech/language tests, conduct swallowing evaluations, evaluate patients' capabilities, develop treatment plans and monitor patients' progress.
OSF Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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