Speech Therapist-PRN
UF Health•Jacksonville, FL
About The Position
The Speech Language Pathologist examines and evaluates patients, developing effective treatment plans appropriate for the patient condition. The Speech Language Pathologist measures patient progress, modifies treatment plans and educates the patient to produce optimal outcomes.
Requirements
- Master's Degree
- Knowledge of Speech Language Pathology theory, procedures, practices and equipment
- Good communication skills. Proactive, positive approach to problem solving
- Thorough knowledge of possible hazards/necessary precautions/remedial actions in the care of patients
- Ability to assess for and implement treatment programs for simple and complex therapy diagnoses.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Current Florida license as Speech-Language Pathologist
- BLS from the American Heart Association
- Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA is required at hire or transfer into role.
- Less than one year clinical experience in area of job opening (e.g. Acute care, Outpatient, SNF). Experience obtained during fellowship applies.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Video Swallow Studies, Speaking Valve, Voice Prosthesis and FEES preferred.
- Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders
Responsibilities
- Examines and evaluates patients.
- Develops effective treatment plans appropriate for the patient condition.
- Measures patient progress.
- Modifies treatment plans.
- Educates the patient to produce optimal outcomes.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
