Speech-Language Pathologist - FT - Days - $15K Sign on Bonus - MHM

Memorial Healthcare

10d

About The Position

Memorial Rehabilitation Institute provides specialized care for patients with complex multiple trauma, stroke, brain injury, and other rehabilitation needs. Services include inpatient care at Memorial Regional Hospital South, outpatient therapy at five locations, home health, long-term care resources at Memorial Manor, and pediatric developmental therapy through Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients with speech and language pathology needs. The role requires critical thinking, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. No prior work experience is required.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
BLS certification from an accepted provider or credential, as listed in the posting.
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
Provisional Speech-Language Pathology License or Speech-Language Pathology License from the State of Florida.
No prior work experience required.
Critical thinking and effective communication skills.
Decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with referring physicians and communicate changes in the plan of care.
Supervise and mentor peers, fellows, and other support personnel.
Plan or assist with patient discharge from therapy services.
Educate and counsel patients and families about treatment plans and progress.
Provide information about appropriate selection and use of adaptive equipment and support resources.
Design and implement a plan of care appropriate to identified issues and required treatment frequency, involving the patient and family.
Perform and document initial and ongoing assessments of the patient's condition.