Perform patient assessments and develop effective treatment plans for speech therapy in an outpatient setting. Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and provide comprehensive patient and family education.
Requirements summary
Requires a Master's degree in Communication Disorders and a Georgia state license along with ASHA certification. Candidates must be able to meet specific physical requirements, including lifting up to 60 lbs and assisting with patient transfers.
Information: full time M-F, normal business hours, weekend and holiday requirements Pay Range $38.20 - $57.30
Major
Responsibilities: Patient Assessments / Reassessments Performs appropriate patient assessments resulting in an effective treatment plan. Reassesses patients at appropriate intervals of time demonstrating the ability to observe treatment effect and modify the plan of care as indicated. Involves the patient and /or family in the assessment process and the formation of the care plan. Care Planning / Interdisciplinary Communication Provides care in accordance with physician’s orders. Demonstrates appropriate case management to ensure quality of care and best patient outcome. Communicates appropriately to physicians, nurses, case managers, and other members of the health care team to ensure care is collaborative and appropriate. Patient Outcomes Assesses and documents patient outcomes criteria at the initial and discharge evaluations. (all shoulder, back, incontinence, and anodyne). Speech Therapy Modalities / Patient Treatment Demonstrates knowledge of speech therapy modalities / treatments and performs correctly. Operates Equipment Safely and Correctly Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in using equipment pertinent to providing speech therapy services. Patient Education Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning. Includes the family in teaching as appropriate. Documentation Documentation meets current standards and policies. Documentation is legible. No inappropriate abbreviations are used. Documentation is completed in a timely manner. Medical Records are closed as per policy. Charge Capture Time is adequately documented in the assessments and daily treatment notes. Each charge bill adequately reflects all services provided. Demonstrates self-growth as a professional therapist. Engages in continuing education and professional growth opportunities.
Licensure,
Registration, and/or
Certification
Required: Georgia license and
American
Speech /
Language
Association
Certification
Education
Required: Must be a High School or GED Diploma Graduate.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Adoption Assistance
Educational Assistance Program
Retirement Plans With Employer Match
Masters in
Communication
Disorders
Experience
Required: CFY will be considered.
Knowledge,
Skills &
Abilities
Required: Good interpersonal and communication skills, time management skills, and the ability to be flexible and dependable.
Physical
Requirements and
Working
Conditions: Must be able to use visual near and distance acuity. Must have verbal ability to communicate in person and over the phone or radio. Must be able to assist co-workers in transfers and transport supplies, patients/residents, or equipment using good body mechanics. Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 60-80 pounds, specific to the job class evaluation. Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and change from one position to the other rapidly. Must be able to lift 25-60 lbs. and carry 25-50 pounds specific to job class evaluation. Must be able to tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors. Must be able to work in noisy environments and be self directed to complete jobs as ordered. Must be able to remain calm under stressful situations. Must be able to assess and respond to multiple situations simultaneously. Must be able to assist co-workers in multiple overlapping tasks simultaneously. Must be able to prioritize job tasks and organize work space to be efficient and conducive to completing work tasks as assigned in a timely manner. If job class is identified as falling under POPE C, the individual must pass the cardiac recovery test. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our
Commitment to
You:
Advocate
Health offers a comprehensive suite of
Total
Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational
Assistance
Program
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