Speech Language Pathologist Pediatric OP Full Time Days

Tenet Healthcare

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:Up to $8,000 Sign-On bonus based on experienceSummaryThe Speech Therapist is responsible for evaluation and treatment of pediatric outpatients with a wide variety of communication, cognitive, voice and swallowing disorders. The Speech Therapist develops a plan of care for each patient referred and is responsible for its implementation and modification as necessary in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures relative to care and treatment of patients.QualificationsEducation
Required: Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology/Communication Sciences and DisordersExperience
Required: Previous Peds experienceCompetency in performing modified barium swallow exams a plusCertifications
Required: Florida Speech Therapist License and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA, American Heart Association BLS#Ll-BB2Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.Responsibilities:Responds to physician orders for speech therapy. Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients. Reviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment, and modifies treatment plan accordingly. Develops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations. Develops, improves, and restores cognitive skills, language comprehension, and language expression skills through comprehensive assessment and testing. Seeks clarification of physician orders as needed.Qualifications: Education:Required: Master's degree in speech-language pathology/communication sciences and disorders Experience:Preferred: Competency in performing modified barium swallow exams Certifications:Required: State licensure and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA Physical Demands:

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