Speech Language Pathologist NEX-Peach Medical Center
About The Position
The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for patient evaluations, care planning, directing, and administering Occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. The ST administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. The ST assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The Speech Language Pathologist ensures patient charges are accurate and submitted in a timely manner. Speech Language Pathologists coordinate, delegate and supervise responsibilities assigned to support staff (OT /PT Aide, etc.) The Speech Language Pathologist participates in operational aspects of the department, contributing to performance improvement and CQI activities. Speech Language Pathologists participate in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.
Requirements
- Must be a High School or GED Diploma Graduate
- Masters in Communication Disorders
- CFY will be considered
- Georgia license
- American Speech / Language Association Certification
Responsibilities
- patient evaluations
- care planning
- directing
- administering Occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician
- administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability
- assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities
- ensures patient charges are accurate and submitted in a timely manner
- coordinate, delegate and supervise responsibilities assigned to support staff (OT /PT Aide, etc.)
- participates in operational aspects of the department, contributing to performance improvement and CQI activities
- participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs
Benefits
- Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
- Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
