Job detail

Speech Therapist-PRN, Outpatient

UF Health

#BLS #Acute Care #Outpatient #SNF #Florida License #Speech-Language Pathologist #ASHA #Certificate of Clinical Competence #Speaking Valve

Quick overview

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates patients to develop and implement effective treatment plans. They monitor patient progress, modify plans as needed, and provide education to ensure optimal outcomes.

Requirements summary

Requires a Master's degree, a current Florida SLP license, BLS certification, and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence. Less than one year of clinical experience is required, with specific experience in swallow studies and voice prosthesis preferred.

postgraduate degreeProblem SolvingPatient CareTreatment PlanningMicrosoft OfficePatient EvaluationSpeech Language PathologyVideo Swallow StudiesFEESSpeaking ValveVoice Prosthesis

Job description

Overview

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.

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served

All Age Groups.
Required
Education:
Master's
Degree
Necessary
Skills: 1. Knowledge of Speech Language Pathology theory, procedures, practices and equipment 2. Good communication skills. Proactive, positive approach to problem solving 3. Thorough knowledge of possible hazards/necessary precautions/remedial actions in the care of patients 4. Ability to assess for an implement treatment programs for simple and complex therapy diagnoses. 5. Computer skills in Microsoft
Office suite (Word,
Excel,
Outlook)
Required
Licensure/Certifications: Current Florida license as Speech-Language Pathologist BLS from the American Heart Association Effective March 1, 2018 Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA is required at hire or transfer into role.
Preferred
Experience: Experience in Video Swallow Studies, Speaking Valve, Voice Prosthesis and FEES preferred.
Preferred
Education: Master�s degree in Speech and Language
Pathology or
Communication
Sciences and
Disorders
Required
Experience: Less than one year clinical experience in area of job opening (e.g. Acute care, Outpatient, SNF). Experience obtained during fellowship applies.