Speech Pathologist, PRN

Job description

Overview:

Provides speech-language pathology services by coordinating consultations and diagnostic evaluations with patients having known or suspected communication disorders and/or oropharyngeal dysphagia; and interpreting assessment data; planning and performing speech-language pathology treatment intervention programs when appropriate that restore function, prevent disability and help patients reach maximum potential. Provides patient care to all age groups to include neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric. Responsible for the supervision of rehabilitation technicians, students, and observers. May be responsible for orientation and ongoing guidance of assigned staff.

Responsibilities:

*NICU Department

Provides speech-language pathology services by coordinating consultations and diagnostic evaluations with patients having known or suspected communication disorders and/or oropharyngeal dysphagia; and interpreting assessment data; planning and performing speech-language pathology treatment intervention programs when appropriate that restore function, prevent disability and help patients reach maximum potential. Provides patient care to all age groups to include neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric. Responsible for the supervision of rehabilitation technicians, students, and observers. May be responsible for orientation and ongoing guidance of assigned staff.

Qualifications:

Education Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders from an accredited graduate school Required

Licenses and Certifications

CCC - Clinical Speech Pathologist from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Required

Licensure by the Georgia Board of Examiners of Speech/Language Pathology Required

BCLS - Basic Life Support through AHA or ARC Required

Business Unit : Company Name:

Eastside Medical Center

Who can apply

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