Speech Language Pathologist-Marcus Autism Center

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide age-appropriate care for patients from newborn to 20 years within the rehab department. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and support safe, evidence-based practice, documenting fully and engaging families in education.

Master’s degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology and Georgia licensure with CCC required; BLS within 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Georgia licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist (LSSP).
• ASHA CCC certification in Speech-Language Pathology.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment.

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.
• Involves the patient’s caregivers in their care, offering effective education and documentation tailored to learning needs.
• Provides clinical oversight to Speech-Language Pathology Aides, Clinical Fellows, Rehab Aides and students as assigned.
• Demonstrates competencies across age groups from neonate to adult where applicable, and supports accreditation readiness.

Skills

Pediatric theory

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

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

Job description

Work Shift

Day

Work Day(s)

Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time

Variable

Shift End Time

Variable

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

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.

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

• Experience in pediatrics or related experience in speech-language pathology

Education

• Master’s degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited school

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) certification from the American Heart Association 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

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.
• Involves the patient’s caregivers in their care, offering effective education and documentation tailored to the learning needs of both the patient and their caregivers.
• Provides clinical oversight to Speech-Language Pathology Aides, Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow/paid clinical experience, Rehab Aides 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 (13-18 years), AD = Adult (greater than 18 years as applicable), and ALL = all ages.
• Participates in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure a continual state of accreditation readiness.
• Travels to clinical locations to provide patient care based on patient census, program development, and/or contract obligations with physician practices.

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

1920 Briarcliff Rd NE

Job Family

Rehab