Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

ECU Health

About ECU Health Duplin Hospital

ECU Health Duplin Hospital is an 81-bed facility located in Kenansville, North Carolina. The 15-bed emergency department serves approximately 25,000 patients per year. In addition to providing general medical and surgical services, ECU Health Duplin Hospital offers chemotherapy and other cancer infusion interventions and has earned national designation as a Primary Stroke Center.

Position Summary

Responsible for administering diagnostic and habilitative/ rehabilitative services to patients referred for services and maintaining records pertinent to such services. Observes, evaluates and documents diagnostic and treatment effects. Consults with supervisor on all pertinent matters for program and professional development (i.e. research projects, expansion of programs, record keeping, policies and procedures, etc.). Will also be involved in team dynamics and participate in interdisciplinary activities when appropriate.

Minimum Requirements

Career Ladder:

Speech Language Pathologist (FR) I:

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology OR Master's degree in Communication Science and Disorders is required.
• Current Speech Language Pathology License issued by NCBOESLPA is required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology awarded by ASHA is required, or must be obtained Page 3 of 3 within one year of hire.
• Progressive and dynamic knowledge of Speech Language Pathology and a willingness to participate in continuing education and training to remain current in the field. Ability to work with other healthcare professionals in a manner that will ensure continued cooperative efforts.

Speech Language Pathologist (FR) III:

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology OR Master's degree in Communication Science and Disorders is required- or higher.
• Current Speech Language Pathology License issued by NCBOESLPA is required.
• American Speech and Hearing Association Certification
• Related Work Experience:
• More than 2 years but less than 3 years Clinical experience as SLP I & SLP II

Preferred Requirements

Speech Language Pathologist (FR) I:

• Prior experience in a medically based Speech Language Pathology setting
• Prior direct patient care experience with medically complex patients
• Prior direct patient care experience with trachs/vents and instrumental swallowing evaluation techniques
• Prior direct experience with application of evidence based evaluation/treatment techniques and modalities

Speech Language Pathologist (FR) III:

• N/A

Other Information

• PRN (as needed)
• Speech Language Pathology Department

Other Information

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General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant's qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.

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