Speech Language Pathologist I - Scottosh Rite Center

Minimum Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

• 1 Year of experience - Required
• Bilingual in Spanish - Preferred

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Demonstrated flexibility in the evaluation process.
• Shows knowledge of counseling techniques.
• Shows empathy and caring.
• Demonstrates knowledge of theoretical application.
• Demonstrates knowledge of cultural and linguistic diversity.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Must be licensed in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia. (Required)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and state licensure (Required)

• Evaluate patients using standard and special procedures.

• Use appropriate protocol for age and disorder, complete protocol in a timely fashion.

• Show skills for a variety of disorders and test instruments.

• Use knowledge of cultural linguistic features appropriately in the diagnostic process.

• Use translators when appropriate; demonstrate use of appropriate language when necessary.

• Adapt procedures for specialized disorders (e.g., stuttering, alternative/augmentative communication, bilingual, etc.).

• Take initiative to maintain schedule.

• Show flexibility with schedule changes.

• Plan ahead for changes to schedule.

• Meet department standards for patient contact hours.

• Report test results accurately using appropriate format.

• Deliver therapy in an appropriate manner.

• Use knowledge of theoretical application with patient.

• Prepare therapy progress reports, discharge summary and insurance requests based upon documented child performance within timeframe.

• Show productivity in patient progress.

• Show knowledge of counseling techniques-show empathy and caring

• Recognize the need for future counseling and know when to refer patient.