Speech Therapist-ESCR

ResponsibilitiesPurpose of Your PositionDelivery of treatment services to children ranging in ages from 0-21 yearsEvaluation of servicesJob-related department responsibilitiesJob FunctionsEvery effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.Position Functions and ResponsibilitiesProvide treatment for 10 – 13 patients per dayPerform on-going therapeutic feeding services as assignedConduct initial Speech Language evaluations and re-evaluations as assignedConduct oral motor feeding assessments as assignedConduct annual hearing screenings of children on caseloadParticipate in all departmental in-services and staff development activitiesDevelop and review patient care plans in conjunction with PhysiatristParticipate in clinical quality assurance initiativesProvide patient education through verbal explanation, visual demonstration, or written documentationComplete reporting activities as required by regulatory and departmental standards including but not limited to: daily notation of therapy, all progress reports with updates, rehabilitation rounds/staff conferences, and other activities that may be assigned from time to timeComply with established CRC, Inc. policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control, confidentiality of patient information, customer service, attendance, punctuality, dress code, professional conduct, and annual health assessmentsSupervise graduate students or CFY candidate as assigned.NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be subject to change and/or additions. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.QualificationsEDUCATIONAL & LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:Masters Degree in Speech/ Language Pathology with ASHA (American Speech/Language & Hearing Association) Current (or in process) CCC status. Current New York State License (or in process) as a Speech/ Language Pathologist. Must maintain license in good standing.ExperiencePreference of minimum One (1) year experience in clinical pediatric environmentEmployee Requirements:Strong communication and written skills compatible with the need to maintain ongoing interaction with CRC, Inc. staff patients and their families and comply with regulatory documentation of services.Must meet or exceed all general health standards and requirements for the position as established by employer in compliance with NYSDOH and other regulatory agencies if appropriate.Must be able to lift, carry, transfer and position patients in therapeutic equipment on static and movable surfaces.Must be able to stand and move freely while treating and supervising patients.Able to operate all assistive technology devices/equipment.Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients as necessary.Salary Range:

$65,000.00/Yr. to $95,000.00/Yr.

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