Speech Language Pathologist III

Speech Language Pathologist III

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

340 District 5

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note:

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Full time

Regular

The annual salary for this position is up to $65,205.00, based on education and experience.

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service.

Location
:
District 5 counties, Comanche, Beckham, Caddo, Jackson, Kiowa, Tillman, Harmon, Greer, Cotton County.

Salary
: up to $65,205.00, based on education and experience.

Full Time /Part Time
:
Full time.

Work Schedule
:
Monday to Friday.

Primary Hours
: 8:00-5:00.

Position Description
:
The Speech Language Pathologist III is responsible for providing patients with diagnostic and therapeutic services in the areas of speech and language. Services are provided for clients in the setting where the child typically spends time: for example, home or childcare setting. Services may include speech-language screenings, evaluations, treatment, and parent education.

• Evaluate and treat children with suspected developmental communication delays to determine need for services.
• Collaborate with families and caregivers to identify goals, develop strategies and appropriate effective family intervention services plan.
• Coach caregivers on implementing strategies to increase communication.
• Consult with interdisciplinary team to provide individual diagnosis and treatment.
• Provide services to families in their native language through collaboration with interpreters when necessary.
• Provides early intervention services in the child and family’s natural environment (home, childcare, park etc.)
• Performs hearing screenings and makes appropriate referrals.
• Conducts group and individual speech and language treatment as appropriate.
• Prepares and maintains progress reports, evaluations and records as needed.
• Prepares and implements Individual Family Service Plan in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Consults other Speech-Language Pathologists and may be designated as a lead worker for other employees.
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association plus an additional three years of post-certification experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist in a clinical specialty or in an educational setting.

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Knowledge of the pathology of communication disorders; of phonetics; of the anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing function; and of diagnostic testing and treatment techniques for communication disorders. Requires the ability to discuss communication disorders with various treatment professionals and families; to plan and execute treatment programs; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Work is typically performed in a client’s natural environment (home or childcare setting) or in an office environment with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. Telework and the provision of services remotely may also be required. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms and may lift up to 35 pounds.

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