Craniofacial Speech Fellowship-CFY

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) is a mentored professional experience that begins after the completion of academic course work and a clinical practicum. It prepares the fellow to obtain the Certification of Clinical Competency (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology within one year after completing the fellowship. Provides the highest quality age-appropriate care for patients newborn to 20 years of age within scope of practice and established standards for speech-language pathology. Functions effectively as a member of the team and supports the mission of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited school
• Paid Clinical Experience (PCE) temporary license issued by the Georgia Board of Speech Language Pathology and Audiology
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment
• Knowledge of pediatric theory and practice
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective communication of information
• Positive interpersonal skills and ability to function in an interdisciplinary environment

Nice To Haves

• Student internship in pediatrics

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, meeting established standards.
• Develops appropriate plan of care and implements effective treatment interventions founded in evidenced based practice so that functional outcomes are achieved.
• Completes documentation, meeting departmental standards for content, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Involves the patient's caregivers in their care, offering effective education and documentation tailored to the learning needs of both the patient and their caregivers.
• Provides clinical oversight to Speech-Language Pathology Aides, Rehabilitation Aides, and students as assigned.
• Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, including N=Neonate (less than 30 days), I=Infant (30 days to 1 year), EC = Early Childhood (1-5 years), LC = Late Childhood (5-13 years), A = Adolescent (13-18 years), AD = Adult (greater than 18 years as applicable), and ALL = all ages.
• Participates in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure a continual state of accreditation readiness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level