Speech Language Pathologist - Neurology

Mayo Clinic in Rochester is seeking a medical Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our nationally recognized team. This position requires clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of a broad spectrum of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in the inpatient acute, 36 bed inpatient rehabilitation unit serving all ages, and potential for outpatient settings.  As part of a multidisciplinary team, the SLP will contribute to patient-centered care through evidence-based assessment and intervention in alignment with Mayo Clinic’s high standards of excellence.
 
Department-Specific Responsibilities and Skills

• Experience evaluating and treating adults with neurogenic communication impairments, including aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, and cognitive-communication deficits.
• Independence in performing Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Studies (VFSS).
• Proficiency or interest in administering Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) preferred.
• Prior experience is preferred in managing highly medically complex patients, ICU and PCU level of care, brain injury, and trach/vent management.
•  Experience or interest in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems for adult and/or pediatric populations desired.

Require a Master of Science (MS) or Master of Art (MA) degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Master of Speech Pathology (MSP), or Master of Education in Speech-Language Pathology(M.Ed).

License/Certifications:

• Must hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or participating in an ASHA Clinical Fellowship Year supervised by a Mayo Clinic speech-language pathologist certified by ASHA.  This is not a Clinical fellowship position. 
• Must be licensed by the State of Minnesota Department of Health in Speech-Language Pathology.
• A speech pathologist must maintain all qualifications necessary for the state licensing requirements.