Speech-Language Pathologist (Acute: MBS + FEES Proficiency Preferred)

Northside Hospital Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement programs

Supportive work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Northside Hospital Inc. is seeking a qualified Speech Therapist to evaluate and treat communication impairments among diverse patient populations. Responsibilities include the administration of speech therapy programs and patient education. Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology and CPR certification.

This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment that values work/life balance. Working hours are from 8 AM to 4:30 PM with weekend requirements.

Formación

• Must be certified in CPR for all age groups.
• Must be certified by the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association or meet educational requirements for certification.
• Working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other regulations preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluates speech, language, cognitive, and communication impairments.
• Develops and administers speech therapy programs for various age groups.
• Provides patient and family education in a courteous manner.

Conocimientos

Certified in CPR for all age groups

Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations

Educación

Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Why choose Northside and its Rehabilitation Team?

• Northside supports our employees’ professional and personal growth.
• Offers advanced certification and specialty training financial support and tuition reimbursement. Available upon hire.
• Staff career advancement levels programs.
• Fosters an environment that promotes work/life balance. We embrace diversity. We care about you.

• Highly recognized and supportive organization with a valued rehabilitation services department.
• Compassionate, dedicated, innovative team of highly specialized professional staff with a focus on providing evidence based care
• Supportive leadership team encouraging personal growth and development.
• Strong collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Strong supporters of our community through screenings, education, volunteering, and community service initiatives.
• Focus on service excellence and providing expert level care to our patients.

• Seasoned clinicians and mentors, many with advanced certifications & specialty training.
• Residency and enrichment programs underway with other key residency programs to come
• Longevity within our team, often celebrating 20, 30, and 40 years of service

Responsibilities

Evaluates speech, language, cognitive, and communication impairments, as well as swallowing, airway, clinical voice and resonance disorders. Develops and administers speech therapy programs and treatments for inpatients and outpatients of age groups defined by clinical competency, which may include neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. The duties of this position require patient and family education and the exercise of courtesy and patience in speaking with and assisting patients, families, medical personnel and others in order to provide quality customer service.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

1. Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology.

2. Must be certified in cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for all age groups.

3. Must be certified (CCC) by the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association, or meets the educational requirements for certificate and in the process of accumulating the supervised experience required for certification with completion in one year.

PREFERRED:

Working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other government regulations.

Work Hours:

8-430

Weekend Requirements:

Yes