Examines, tests, diagnoses and administers remedial treatments for patients with speech and hearing disorders.

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• Ability to assess and develop comprehensive speech programs.
• Familiarity with communication disorders.
• Ability to build rapport with patients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive and patient demeanor.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

EDUCATION:

Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited university program.

EXPERIENCE:

Professional experience in the areas of voice and neurologically involved patients required, preferably in a hospital setting.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Certificate of Clinical Competence (Clinical Fellowship Year ' CFY) in Speech-Language Pathology from AHSA and current License to Practice Speech Language Pathology in the state of Texas.

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• Evaluates patients utilizing a wide variety of therapeutic techniques to assist patients with the rehabilitation of speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders.
• Performs evaluations with special attention to receptive and expressive language skills, speech fluency, vocal and oral motor competence, articulation and auditory skills.
• Records speech samples and conducts phonetic analyses of speech ability.
• Documents test results an individualized treatment and activities which will enhance the patient's usage of language and ability to communicate.
• Confers with associates and institutes treatment utilizing corrective exercises and specialized equipment.
• Maintains active support and communication with the patient regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
• Provides patient and parent/caregiver education and training for home exercise programs.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.