Speech Pathologist - Part Time

Jupiter Med; Florida; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Jupiter Medical Center, Inc. in Florida is seeking a part-time Speech Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with speech, swallowing, and cognitive disorders. The clinician will work to maximize developmental potential and functional independence, following medically prescribed therapy plans.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech Language Pathology, a current Florida license, and BLS certification. The position supports a team-focused environment within Jupiter Medical Center’s

Qualifications

• Current Florida Speech Pathology License.
• American Heart Association BLS Certification for Health Care Providers.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats medically prescribed speech, swallow, and cognitive disorders.
• Provides diagnosis and therapy to maximize developmental gains and independence.
• Works independently and contributes to care plans as needed.

Skills

Florida Speech Pathology License

BLS Certification

Education

Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Speech Pathologist - Part Time# Careers## Speech Pathologist - Part TimeApply: Jupiter Medical Center, Inc.: Part time: Posted Today: JR110400Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast.Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).**Education*** Masters Degree in Speech and Language Pathology (SLP), graduated from an accredited Speech Language program.**Experience / Qualifications*** Current Florida Speech Pathology License* American Heart Association BLS Certification for Health Care Providers**Position Summary**This position is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of medically prescribed therapy services, in order to achieve maximum developmental potential, functional gains and independence. The therapist must be able to work independently and make appropriate decisions based on each patients needs.* Provides evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of communication, swallowing and cognitive disorders resulting from illness, congenital or developmental disorders.* Performs other duties as assigned.**Team Member Competencies**Establishing RelationshipsBuilds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances in order to collaborate effectively within department and organization. Can relate to all kinds of people regardless of background; find topics and common interests that can be used to build rapport with others.Peer SupportProvides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.Inspiring and Motivating OthersFosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments. Work well with others, build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow.Demonstrating Emotional IntelligenceExercises self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation; manages emotions so that they are expressed appropriately; leads others by showcasing adaptability, empathy, and social skills.Acting with IntegrityInteracts with others in a way that is seen as direct and truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives and representations. Acts in a way that is consistent with personal and organizational values by keeping confidence, promises, and commitments. Clearly states goals and beliefs; informs people of their true intentions, does what they say they will do; follows through on commitments.Being a Champion for Change and InnovationSupports people in their efforts to try new things. Things creatively, generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas to develop new or improved processes. Accepts new ways of doing things and adapts to change.Communicating EffectivelySpeaks and writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and logical manner. Is adept at tailoring the message to fit the interests and needs of the audience. Listens attentively and exercises tact, discretion, and diplomacy when interacting with members of the department and organization.Promoting Diversity and InclusionTreats all people with dignity and respect. Demonstrates an open-minded approach to understanding people regardless of their gender, age, race, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability status, or other characteristics. Challenge’s bias and intolerance. Develops all-inclusive groups in the realms of social interaction and communication. Shows respect for the beliefs of others; encourages and promotes practices that support cultural diversity; discourages behaviors or practices that may be perceived as unfair, biased, or critical toward people with certain backgrounds.**Physical Requirements**This job can be physically demanding at times requiring stooping, sitting, standing, and walking for long periods of time. The team member will need to frequently assist lifting patients and heavy equipment. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, work independently, making sound decisions, detail oriented, alert and self-motivated. Ability to push/pull up to 40lbs., carry and lift up to 50lbs. **Threshold Requirements*** These threshold requirements are required and completed yearly basis + Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation + TB/PPD Surveillance Program + Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).**This is not necessarily an extensive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associates with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change. I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform all essential functions of this position.**