Rehab - 19412403
HCA Florida Northwest Hospital•Margate, FL
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Speech Therapist to assess, diagnose, and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders in outpatient and inpatient environments. The role is on the inpatient adult service. The unit has 289 beds and uses Meditech Expanse for documentation. The team includes two PRN Speech Therapists, one full-time Speech Therapist in the NICU, and one open full-time inpatient adult Speech Therapist position. The team works collaboratively and has been recognized for exceptional patient care and innovative practices.
Requirements
- CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competence).
- BLS certification.
- Valid Florida license.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to function independently.
- Experience with outpatient and inpatient Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies.
- Able to treat patients in the ICU and CVICU, including those with tracheostomies.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct speech evaluations and implement treatment plans.
- Perform Passy Muir valve trials and tolerance trials.
- Execute Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies.
- Carry out cognitive assessments.
- Provide caregiver training.
- Assess expressive and receptive language skills.
- Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians and residents.
- Treat patients in the ICU and CVICU, including patients with tracheostomies.
- Prioritize patient care across different units or floors.
- Work two weekend days a month.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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