Speech Therapist | UF Health Emerson Outpatient | PRN | Days
UF Health•Jacksonville, FL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Speech Language Pathologist examines and evaluates patients, develops effective treatment plans appropriate to patient conditions, measures patient progress, modifies treatment plans, and educates patients to produce optimal outcomes. The position serves patients of all age groups and is based at Emerson Outpatient Rehab in Jacksonville, Florida.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders.
- Current Florida license as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA.
- Less than one year of clinical experience in the area of the job opening; experience obtained during a fellowship applies.
- Knowledge of Speech Language Pathology theory, procedures, practices, and equipment.
- Good communication skills and a proactive, positive approach to problem solving.
- Thorough knowledge of possible hazards, necessary precautions, and remedial actions in patient care.
- Ability to assess and implement treatment programs for simple and complex therapy diagnoses.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Video Swallow Studies.
- Experience with speaking valves.
- Experience with voice prosthesis and FEES.
Responsibilities
- Examine and evaluate patients.
- Develop treatment plans appropriate to patient conditions.
- Measure patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
- Educate patients to support optimal outcomes.
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