Speech Pathologist / OP

Overview

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Description

The Outpatient Speech Pathologist provide comprehensive evaluations, treatments, and education to patients/families which are consistent with patient's individualized needs and carried out within an interdisciplinary environment.

• Maintains an established inventory of supplies; ensures the proper use and maintenance of equipment and maintains a work area which is free of debris and clutter.

• Communicates regularly with members of the patient care team, the patient, family members and others involved with the patient's care.

• Instructs and trains patient and family regarding pertinent aspects of the patient's care.

• Assesses the patient to provide a diagnosis and to identify problems.

• Plans treatment schedules to ensure optimal use of staff and equipment in providing high quality patient services.

• Plans, develops and implements a result-oriented treatment plan responsive to the individualized needs of the patient and includes clear, measurable goals.

• Modifies the treatment plan according to the patient's responses.

• Provides direct patient care; performs specialized treatments according to the patient's individualized plan of care.

• Collaborates with other members of the patient care team and uses community resources to plan for the continued care, support and follow-up of the patient after discharge.

• Recommends and procures appropriate equipment.

• Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.

• Attends educational in-services as appropriate.

• Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.

• Follows established protocols for documentation specific to the program/setting.

• Accurately records daily charges for services rendered.

• Practices organizational and universal standards for sterile technique and infection control in carrying out daily responsibilities including the proper cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment and instruments.

• Conducts in-service programs, provides other staff with training.

• Responds to requests for professional information or advice and refers complex matters to the appropriate staff.

• Attends team conferences to promote an interdisciplinary approach to patient care; works cooperatively with other team members to maintain consistency in the provision of high quality, results oriented services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master's degree in Speech Pathology.

• Current licensure in Speech-Language Pathology in the State of Georgia.

• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology issued by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

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Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs

• Family-focused benefits

• Wellness incentives

• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs...and more!

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Division Select Rehab JV

Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30329

Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

Department RJV Outpatient Rehab Services

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 138242

Job Category Therapy

Schedule 8a-4:30p

Standard Hours 40 Hours

Hourly Minimum USD $37.03/Hr.

Hourly Midpoint USD $43.58/Hr.

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