Speech Language Pathologist, Part time, Variable shifts/New Grads and Clinical Fellowship Welcome to

Job Description

Job Description
We are North Shore Medical CenterWe service a multitude of patients and their families across our vast network, while remaining committed to the professional development of our staff, the functional improvement of our patients, and the cultivation of strong partnerships within our communities.
New Grads and CF Welcome to Apply:Job Summary:Responsible for testing and evaluation procedures on patients to asses disabilities, injuries and diseases as related to speech and/or swallowing disorders as prescribed by a licensed physician. Administers a variety of therapeutic techniques as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore functional independence and improve quality of life. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of function, while learning to live with the limits of their capabilities. The staff therapist coordinates delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (CNA, etc). The Speech therapist participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Ensures that patient charges are accurate and are entered on a timely basis. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training and preventative maintenance, organizational safety and fire safety programs.Supervises Speech Language Pathologists Clinical Fellowship Year and Speech Pathology interns, assists in the development of services to patients of all ages, promotes the Speech Therapy Department in the hospital and community, and maintains interdepartmental and intradepartmental communication.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/TECHNICAL/OTHER:Education: Graduate from an accredited Master in Speech Language Pathology ; approved through the board of Speech Pathologist Therapy Agency for Healthcare Administration and State of FloridaExperience:One year experience in adult Acute Care preferredExperience in Video Fluoroscopy Swallowing EvaluationExperience in Advance Dysphagia & Vital stim Electrical StimulationExperience in Tracheotomy/Ventilator dependent patientsAbility to communicate effectively in English.Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.Strong written and verbal skills.Software/Hardware:Computer knowledge/ Electronic Medical Record Documentation
License/Certification:Current Florida license as a Speech Language PathologistOther: American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) Certification

Must be able to pass Background and Drug Test screenings.