Job Description
Job DescriptionSpeech Language Pathologist or CFY Job Description Benefits & Pay of Speech Language Pathologist or CFY
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$42 - $49 per hour depending on experience
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Healthcare Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
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Retirement Plan (401K)
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Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
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Training and development opportunities
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Mentorship and team building programs
Responsibilities of Speech Language Pathologist or CFY
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Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
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Work with patients of all ages in various settings, including hospitals and pediatric clinics.
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Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.
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Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results.
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Provide therapy sessions to improve communication skills, including speech articulation, language comprehension and expression, voice quality, fluency, and pragmatics.
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Administer standardized tests and assessments to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
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Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for patients.
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Educate patients and families on strategies for improving communication and swallowing abilities.
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Document patient progress accurately and maintain detailed records.
Requirements of Speech Language Pathologist or CFY
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Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
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Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a FL Speech Language Pathologist.
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Experience in acute care settings preferred.
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Knowledge of medical terminology, case management, and patient care practices.
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Familiarity with geriatric speech therapy techniques and interventions.
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Strong understanding of anatomy and physiology related to speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
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Proficient in patient assessments and treatment plan development.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and families.
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Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
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Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
Job Type: Full-time Benefits:
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401(k)
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Continuing education credits
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Dental insurance
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Disability insurance
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Flexible schedule
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Health insurance
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License reimbursement
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Life insurance
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Paid time off
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Vision insurance
License/Certification:
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CFY or SLP license in FL (Required)
Work Location:
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In person, Lakeland, FL 33809