Craniofacial Speech Language Pathologist

choa; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver high-quality, age-appropriate care for patients from newborn to 20 years old within the scope of practice and established standards. You will function as a key member of the rehabilitation team and support safe patient care across our facilities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, thorough documentation, and family education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology.
• Georgia licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist.
• ASHA CCC in Speech-Language Pathology.
• BLS within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, meeting established standards.
• Develops plan of care and implements evidence-based interventions.
• Completes documentation per departmental standards.
• Includes family in patient care and provides education.
• Provides clinical oversight to Speech-Language Pathology Aides and students as assigned.
• Demonstrates age-specific competencies across Neonate to Adolescent.
• Travels to clinical locations per program needs.

Skills

Pediatric theory & practice

Oral and written communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Windows basic skills assessment 80%

Education

Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology

Georgia licensed Speech-Language Pathologist

ASHA CCC in Speech-Language Pathology

BLS within 30 days of employment

Job description

Work Shift

Day

Work Day(s)

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Shift Start Time

7:00 AM

Shift End Time

3:30 PM

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Job Description

Provides the highest quality age-appropriate care for patients newborn to 20 years of age within scope of practice and established standards for speech-language pathology. Functions effectively as a member of the rehabilitation team. Supports the mission of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Experience

• No minimum experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in pediatrics or related experience in speech-language pathology
• Experience in a supervisory role

Education

• Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology

Certification Summary

• Georgia licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
• American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of pediatric theory and practice
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective communication of information
• Positive interpersonal skills and ability to function in an interdisciplinary environment
• Must be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employment

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, meeting established standards.
• Develops appropriate plan of care and implements effective treatment interventions founded in evidence-based practice so that functional outcomes are achieved.
• Completes documentation, meeting departmental standards for content, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Includes family/caregiver in patient care and provides effective education and documentation appropriate for learning needs of patient and family.
• Provides clinical oversight to Speech-Language Pathology Aides, Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow/Paid Clinical Experience, and students as assigned.
• Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, including N = Neonate (less than 30 days), I = Infant (30 days to 1 year), EC = Early Childhood (1-5 years), LC = Late Childhood (5-13 years), A = Adolescent (13-17 years), AD = Adult, and ALL = all ages.
• Participates in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure a continual state of Joint Commission readiness.
• Travels to clinical locations to provide patient care based on patient census, program development, and/or contract obligations with physician practices.

Company Culture

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

5461 Meridian Mark Rd

Job Family

Rehab