Speech Language Pathologist - ENT Voice & Swallowing Program | Downtown | Days

University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Jacksonville seeks a Speech Language Pathologist for their ENT Voice & Swallowing Program. The position involves evaluating and treating complex voice, swallowing, and airway disorders, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, and requires a Master's Degree in Speech Pathology and Florida licensure. This is a full-time position with an entry-level seniority level.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in evaluating and treating voice, swallowing, and airway disorders.
• BLS Certification required.
• Eligible for licensure in Florida as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat complex adult voice and swallowing disorders.
• Provide comprehensive therapy and documented evaluations.
• Advocate for patient rehabilitation and interact with medical teams.

Skills

Independent evaluation of laryngeal disorders

Assessment and treatment of swallowing disorders

Collaboration with medical staff

Patient advocacy

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Video laryngoscopy

Electromyography

Acoustic analysis tools

Modified barium swallow evaluations

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist – ENT Voice & Swallowing Program

Location: Downtown | Days

Employer: University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc.

Overview

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is part of a team of fellows, advanced practice providers, and physicians committed to treating a range of complex adult voice, swallowing, and upper airway disorders in an outpatient medical setting. The SLP is integrated into the Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (OTO‑HNS) division and clinic, and has a hands‑on role in the clinical and instrumental evaluation of patients. The SLP frequently works in tandem with fellowship‑trained laryngologists and head & neck oncologic surgeons. The SLP engages in collaborative and longitudinal care of patients with voice/swallowing/airway disorders, providing comprehensive therapy while promoting best‑practices in patient care. The SLP plays a role in advancing the field of speech language pathology through teaching (as applicable) and opportunities to participate in clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients referred to laryngology services for voice, swallowing, and airway concerns. This includes:
  • Obtaining a detailed case history.
  • Obtaining objective measures and psychoacoustic judgments of phonatory ability.
  • Administering and interpreting acoustic analysis for documentation of vocal parameters.
  • Administering and interpreting video laryngoscopy, video nasal endoscopy, FEES, and modified barium swallow evaluations.
  • Utilizing electromyography in accordance with the laryngologist for various therapeutic tasks.
• Provide pre‑treatment evaluation and counseling and post‑treatment care for patients undergoing treatment for head and neck cancer. This includes:
  • Pre‑ and post‑treatment swallowing evaluation for patients undergoing surgical or medical treatment (chemoradiation) of head and neck cancer.
  • Post‑treatment dysphagia therapy for patients requiring rehabilitation.
  • Pre‑operative education and counseling for patients undergoing laryngectomy and establishing a plan of care for post‑operative laryngeal speech restoration, including use of electrolarynx, esophageal speech, and tracheoesophageal prosthesis (TEP).
  • Evaluation, management, and replacement of TEP voice prostheses.
• Advocate for patients undergoing treatment for rehabilitation of voice, swallowing, and airway disorders and interact on the patient’s behalf with physicians, nurses, employers, etc. This includes:
  • Interpreting evaluation results for patients, their families, and medical staff and making appropriate recommendations.
  • Developing appropriate goals for each patient and designing and executing a therapeutic program to meet these goals.
  • Making referrals for medical evaluation, audiology services, or follow‑up with other professionals when appropriate.
• Maintain documentation and certifications required for patient care:
  • Maintain documentation of patient contact according to JCAHO procedures and standards.
  • Ensure documentation is clear, concise, and in compliance with departmental FL‑ASHA and ASHA guidelines, and regulatory requirements from third‑party payers.
  • Meet all state requirements for continuing education.
• Participate in departmental education and research efforts:
  • May provide educational programs through in‑services to the rehab services department or interdisciplinary colleagues, and teaching labs to speech students (if applicable).
  • May supervise Level II students, utilizing a variety of supervisory styles to enhance student learning.
  • May assist in developing, collecting, and analyzing performance improvement data.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Qualifications

• Experience: Prior experience in the independent evaluation and retreatment of laryngeal, phonatory, swallowing, and upper airway disorders required.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communications Sciences and Disorders from an accredited college or university required.
• Certifications/Licensure:
  • FL Licensed Speech‑Language Pathologist required.
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech–Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) required.
  • BLS Certification required.
  • Eligible for licensure to practice as a Speech‑Language Pathologist in the state of Florida required.
• UFJPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care