Speech Language Pathologist- South Lake Hospital- Days

Orlando Health, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health, Inc. is seeking a speech-language pathologist to evaluate patients, develop and adjust treatment plans, and work with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes age-appropriate care, accurate documentation, and adherence to care protocols within the hospital setting. The successful candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, possess or be eligible for Florida licensure, and demonstrate strong teamwork and computer skills to support patient outcomes and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech-language pathology.
• CFY may apply.
• Florida license required; provisional acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop treatment plans aligned with the continuum of care.
• Provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and needs.
• Ensure accurate billing for therapy services.
• Maintain documentation and compliance with department policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for evaluating patients and developing treatment plans that integrate with the continuum of care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, gathering data from the patient, physician, interdisciplinary team meetings if available, family and significant other persons and data sources.
• Develops treatment plans which integrate with the continuum of care and have specific goals and objectives.
• Provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned caseload.
• Assesses data reflective of the patient’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs, and provides the care needed as delineated in the departmental policies and procedures.
• Competent in the use, care and maintenance of profession specific equipment, observes safety precautions and provide verbal explanations of the equipment and its purpose.
• Re-evaluates and modifies treatment plan and goals when appropriate, and prepares written documentation as required by the department, and the care team.
• Recognizes and communicates when the patient has received optimal benefit from speech therapy.
• Ensures accurate billing for own therapy services.
• Understands and respects age group, cultural and religious beliefs of clients, community and staff.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Respects the rights and privacy of others and holds staff member information in strict confidence.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Master’s degree in speech/language pathology from an approved program. Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) may apply.

Licensure/Certification

• Certificate of Clinical Competence or active engagement in Clinical Fellowship Year Requirements.
• Maintains current Speech Language Pathologist license in the State of Florida. Provisional license is acceptable.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) required.