Job Summary

Speech language pathologists evaluate patients referred for appraisal of speech, language, voice, fluency, and dysphagia, carry out therapy, as appropriate, communicate results to patients, parents and other professionals, and participate in various Hospital or Community related activities. Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of Speech Therapy.

 

Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum. Maintains working relationships with Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel. Supervised by and reports to Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist. Supervises assistants, aides, and students.

 

Full Time Position, Hours are Monday -Friday, 8am-4:30pm with weekend requirement every 5th week. One summer and one winter holiday will also be required. 

Position is located at:

 

Outpatient Rehabilitation Pottstown Hospital Tower Health

 724 N Adams Street Pottstown PA 19464

 

 

 

 

BENEFITS 

Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefitsInstant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenienceEmployee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!

 

 

 

 

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

Master's Degree

Experience

 Prefer Experience in Voice Disorders, Dysphagia; LSVT LOUD certification. Added experience with concussion & cognitive communication deficits.    

Certification and Licensure

PA Speech Language Pathologist LicenseASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology within 90 days of hire

Required Skills

Computer Skills to include use and navigationDictation and Transcription SkillsExcellent Communications SkillsExcellent Interpersonal SkillsMicrosoft Office ApplicationsMulti Line Telephone Operational Skills
Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.