Speech Pathologist - Inpatient

Diagnoses and treats speech and language problems, and engages in scientific study of human communication.

Evaluates speech and language skills as related to educational, medical, social, and psychological factors Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems of organic and nonorganic etiology Expected to meet certain state licensing requirements Typically reports to a manager or director Performs other related duties as assigned Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned Requirements and

Master’s degree in Speech Pathology required Certification with the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) required OR will obtain upon completion of Clinical Fellowship Year Current State of Idaho Speech Language Pathologist Licensure required OR temporary SLP Provisional Permit Minimum of 1-year experience with adult and or pediatric neurologically impaired patient population preferred Working Conditions: Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position Typical equipment used in a clinical job Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or sex.

Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or sex.