Speech Pathologist - Acute Care Rehab

IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Location: Riley Hospital – Acute Care Rehab

Shift: 8am-4:30pm M-F; however, also weekend requirements. Weekend requirements: 6-7 weekend days every 6 months and one holiday a year.

Requirements:

• Requires a Master's Degree from an accredited academic program in speech pathology; or, if foreign trained, graduation from a speech pathology education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA.
• Requires current license in the State of Indiana. 
• Requires a certificate of clinical competence awarded by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or eligibility for this certificate.
•  Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. 
• Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Performs speech pathology services including diagnostic evaluations to determine level of impairment. After administering the appropriate tests and measures, a treatment plan is designed for improved communication and swallowing. Performs direct patient care services including the supervision of support personnel and students. Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient care, education and department operations.