Speech and Language Pathologist - Adult Acute Care - University of Oklahoma Medical Center

Position Title: Speech and Language Pathologist

• Adult Acute Care
• University of Oklahoma Medical Center Department: Adult Rehab Services Job Description: New to OU Health? Ask your recruiter about our new competitive wages and total rewards package including a sign-on bonus and possible relocation assistance if you are located outside of 100 miles! This position may be filled as a Level 1, 2, or 3 depending on specific education, experience, and license requirements. Performs foundational Speech-Language Pathology skills to evaluate, diagnose, and recommend individualized treatment plans for patients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Interprets routine provider referrals and evaluates patients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. Makes preliminary diagnoses and formulates individualized treatment plans, including regular assessment of progress. Ensures compliance with system-wide, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements by applying relevant standards and best practices. Educates patients and their families about their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for home management. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive care. Attends departmental meetings. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Master's degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent degree for foreign graduates. Experience Requirements: No experience required. License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Certificate of Clinical Competence. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Working knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan. Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and identify relevant clinical data. Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs.

Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest. Proficient written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic. Demonstrates independence and teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility.

Proficient in electronic documentation and digital tools (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office, cloud-based platforms). Promotes an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equity. Shows dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities. Current OU Health Employees

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