Overview

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Job Description

This position works on an as needed basis during the day. 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Administers comprehensive clinical services to patients; provides testing, analyses and evaluations of seriously ill patients or those having complex medical problems and formulates a treatment plan which is consistent with the patient's needs.
• Assists in supervising staff and students and in developing in-service training programs for continuing staff development.
• Communicates regularly with members of the patient care team, the patient, family members and others involved with the patient's care.
• Instructs and trains patient and family regarding pertinent aspects of the patient's care.
• Assesses the patient to provide a diagnosis and to identify problems.
• Plans treatment schedules to ensure optimal use of staff and equipment in providing high quality patient services.
• Plans, develops and implements a result-oriented treatment plan responsive to the individualized needs of the patient and includes clear, measurable goals.
• Modifies the treatment plan according to the patient's responses.
• Provides direct patient care; performs specialized treatments according to the patient's individualized plan of care.
• Collaborates with other members of the patient care team and uses community resources to plan for the continued care, support and follow-up of the patient after discharge.
• Conducts in-service programs, provides other staff with training and serves as a clinical instructor to students.
• Attends team conferences to promote an interdisciplinary approach to patient care; works cooperatively with other team members to maintain consistency in the provision of high quality, results oriented services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current licensure in Speech-Language Pathology in the state of Georgia.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology issued by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• One year of Speech-Language Pathology experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance wit the American Heart Association required.

This position pays a flat rate of $55 per hour. This position is eligible for shift differentials. 

Additional Details

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.