• Speech Language Pathologist

    UPMC (Erie, PA)


    Join our team as a Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist!

     

    UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist to work at our Children's Specialty Care Center in Erie, PA. Working hours will be Monday through Friday, Daylight, with 3 days/week until 6:00 pm. Travel will be required for orientation and training.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    + Maintains all required credentials and documentation to meet OSHA, TJC, CMS, and practitioner standards, including CEUs, licensure, CV, CPR certification, TB testing, safety/age/equipment competencies, and when applicable, a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

    + Pursues ongoing professional growth and development aligned with the organization's mission.

    + Provides in‑service training and participates in community and continuing education programs as requested.

    + Maintains accurate and timely progress notes and professional records for all patients receiving speech pathology services.

    + Adheres to organizational policies, procedures, the Corporate Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, and HIPAA regulations.

    + Delivers appropriate speech pathology treatment to all clients who may benefit from such services.

    + Prepares diagnostic and evaluative reports with recommendations for individuals seen for Speech‑Language Pathology and Audiology services.

    + Conducts diagnostic evaluations for all clients referred for Speech‑Language Pathology services.

    + Compiles and reports accurate financial, statistical, and administrative data for Speech‑Language Pathology programs.

    + Coordinates evaluation, scheduling, and treatment plans for clients referred for Speech‑Language Therapy.

    + Actively participates in staff meetings, staff development activities, departmental committees, and in‑service programs.

    + Obtains complete and relevant case histories for all clients referred for Speech‑Language Pathology services.

    + MS, MEd or MA in Speech-Language Pathology.

    + AOS, AAC Evaluation and Therapy experience preferred.

    + Previous Pediatric experience preferred.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

    + CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competency) or meet the educational requirements for certification and be in the process of completing his or her Clinical Fellowship year.

    + CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

    + Speech Pathologists license required for state in which employee provides services.

    + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

    + Clearances with Renewal:

    + Act 31, 33, 34, & 73

     

    UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran