AdventHealth University

Acute Speech Lang Pathologist Contract $65/hr 40hr/wk 13-26 wks

Ocala, FL 34472In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology required
  • Licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) required
  • Basic Life Support - CPR certification required
  • Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office required
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and health care professionals required

Responsibilities

  • Assess patient abilities for independent living skills
  • Design and implement patient care plans with appropriate treatments
  • Document patient progress accurately and promptly
  • Assist with patient discharge and provide adaptive equipment information
  • Meet department productivity standards
  • Follow established protocols for hazardous waste disposal
  • Attend department meetings and educational sessions

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
  • Supportive team environment
  • Exposure to diverse patient cases
  • Hands-on experience with various therapeutic modalities
  • Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

1500 SW 1ST AVE

City:

OCALA

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

34471

Job Description:

Assesses patient ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills. Designs appropriate plans of care, including type and frequency of treatment. Implements treatment plans using appropriate modalities. Documents patient progress accurately, completely, and timely. Plans and assists with patient discharge from therapy services, providing information on adaptive equipment and support programs. Meets productivity standards as defined by the department. Handles and disposes of hazardous waste following established protocols. Adheres to the department's radiation dosimetry process, including timely badge return. Demonstrates entry-level competency in speech therapy practice theory, principles, and applications. Attends department meetings and educational sessions as required. Assists with teaching clinical students. Uses measurable and objective terminology following standard practice, insurance guidelines, and department procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry [Required]
  • Ability to design, develop, and employ alternative diagnostic or communication devices and strategies [Required]
  • Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]
  • Ability to contribute and participate in patient, family, and staff education on speech therapy [Required]
  • Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
  • Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English [Required]

Education:
  • Master's [Required]

Field of Study:
  • in Speech and Language Pathology

Work Experience:
  • N/A

Additional Information:
  • N/A

Licenses and Certifications:
  • Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) [Required]
  • Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$15.00 - $130.00

About AdventHealth University

AdventHealth University is a private university in Orlando, Florida. It was founded in 1992 and is affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in various fields including nursing, radiography, and sonography. AdventHealth University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
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