Speech Pathologist

Southeast Georgia Health System Inc / SGHS; St. Marys (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Southeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Speech Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders in an acute care setting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Physical Therapy, GA licensure in Speech Pathology, and BLS. Prior acute care experience is preferred, with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a values-driven team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy is required or preferred.
• Georgia licensure in Speech Pathology is required with BLS
• Acute care experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Practice Speech Therapy in line with ASHA ethics and standards.
• Respect patient rights to treatment and involvement in decisions.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living under licensed staff supervision.
• Perform evaluations focusing on language, speech, articulation, and auditory skills.
• Develop measurable rehabilitation goals and document progress for discharge planning.
• Communicate with primary care team and educate patients and caregivers.
• Contribute to patient satisfaction improvements and efficient time management.
• Comply with Joint Commission standards across the department.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Interested in working for the Golden Isles’ healthcare provider and employer of choice?

Throughout the many locations that make up the Southeast Georgia Health System network, there is a common thread that pulls everything together: A team of committed professionals like you. These individuals appreciate the value of every person who walks through our doors, and are the key to our culture of Service Excellence.

Here at Southeast Georgia Health System, a Speech Pathologist evaluates and utilizes therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with speech and language disorders, hearing disorders, and oral motor disorders. Organizes and conducts medically prescribed therapy programs to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body part; helps patient reach maximum performance and assume a place in society while learning to live within the limits of his/her capabilities. For our team members, this is more than a career - it’s a calling.

What you'll do:

• Practice Speech Therapy consistent with American Speech and Hearing Association Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
• Respect and understands the patient's right to treatment and right to involvement in treatment decisions.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, provides basic patient care, and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Perform evaluations with special attention to receptive and expressive language skills, speech fluency, vocal and oral competence, articulation, and auditory skills. Attends to specific patient variables such as motivation and stamina in planning treatment programs.
• Develop rehabilitation goals and objectives that are measurable, described in functional or behavioral terms, and include estimated or relevant time frames for achievement, considering the anticipated discharge. Completes all appropriate documentation to maximize financial remuneration.
• Confer with the person(s) most closely associated with the active management of the patient and keeps them informed of any additional patient needs, treatment modifications and/or progress. Serves as educator and/or resource for patients, families, care givers and other direct patient care providers to assess, instruct, correct, and/or provide information about practice skills and techniques.
• Participate in the improvement of patient satisfaction, job specific processes or procedures. Organizes personal time requirements and demonstrates ability to establish priorities for maximum efficiency.
• Actively participate in compliance with the Joint Commission standards, both departmentally and organization wide.
  

What you'll need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy
• Previous experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Must possess and maintain licensure to practice Speech Pathology in the State of Georgia; current American Heart Association BLS certification

Why choose Southeast Georgia Health System?

• We are mission-focused to provide safe, quality, accessible, and cost-effective care to meet the health needs of the people and communities it serves
• Our workplace is as pleasant and rewarding as the setting we enjoy outside of work -- imagine stepping out of your workspace and into a world of scenic beauty, outdoor recreational activities, mild winters, natural beaches, fine dining, and a full array of cultural and colonial historic attractions
• The chance to work within a culture that is collegial yet professional, has exceptional career-advancement potential, and work/life balance that is practically unparalleled
• We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package (full time and qualifying part time positions) which includes generous Paid Time Off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Join our team today to make a positive impact in the lives of our patients and families!

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