Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist to join our multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency disorders across a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC001532 LAN - IP Therapy Rehab (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Why Join MUSC Health?

• Be a part of a reputable, innovative health system that prides itself on world-class care and service.
• Make an impact by supporting your local community on various levels and fostering long-term health and recovery.
• Grow professionally with opportunities for continuing education, networking, and career advancement within a collaborative environment.
• Competitive Compensation
• South Carolina State Health Insurance and State Retirement Largest network of healthcare providers in the state. Fully vested after 8 years of service.
• Paid Parental Leave eligible for up to 6 weeks paid

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, voice, and swallowing evaluations

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

• Document patient progress and maintain accurate records in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational and physical therapists, and other care team members

• Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding therapeutic processes and home programs

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to discharge planning

• Stay current with advances in the field through continuing education and professional development

Additional Job Description

Education: Master degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders from an ASHA accredited program. 

Certification/Licensure:  Current SC state Speech Language Pathologist licensure is required.   Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) is required before seeing patients.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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