Speech Therapist

St. Joseph's/Candler; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's/Candler is seeking a qualified Speech Therapist in Savannah, Georgia. The role involves directing, supervising, and evaluating therapy services as prescribed by attending physicians.

Candidates must have a Master's degree in Healthcare and a Professional License for the State of Practice. Strong communication and organizational skills are necessary to assess and address patient needs effectively.

Qualifications

• 1 year clinical experience preferred.
• Professional License with State of Practice is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Directs, supervises, and evaluates speech therapy services.
• Completes required documentation according to agency policies.
• Develops home exercise programs for patients.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

Masters of Healthcare

Job description

• The Speech Therapist is a qualified professional person who directs, supervises, evaluates and provides Speech therapy services to patients as prescribed by the attending physician. Maintains open communications and is available to component organizations and practitioner sites for consultation.
• Education
• Masters of Healthcare - Required
• Experience
• 1 Year clinical - Preferred
• Able to communicate in an understandable manner. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• License & Certification
• Professional License with State of Practice - Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required
• Core Job Functions
• Completes all required documentation. Assess patient's personal abilities and limitations and requests assistance in situations that exceed limitations utilizing supervisor and others in authority appropriately.
• Completes all required documentation according to Agency policies and procedures. Collaborates with all personnel through patient Team Conference to identify, clarify and respond to the needs of the patient.
• Performs therapeutic modalities and observations needed to provide direct care. Develops home exercise program to and instructs patient and caregiver needs for equipment. Evaluate, treat and instructs patients and caregivers using different equipment and modalities commensurate with therapy guidelines.
• Agency policies and procedures are followed in the care, maintenance and use of all supplies and computer hardware. Maintains reliable transportation and ability to travel as required.