Speech Language Pathologist 1 - PRN

Work Shift Day Work Day(s) Variable Shift Start Time

8:00 AM

Shift End Time

4:30 PM

Worker Sub-Type PRN Job Description Provides the highest quality age‑appropriate care for patients newborn to 20 years of age within scope of practice and established standards for speech‑language pathology. Functions effectively as a member of the rehabilitation team. Supports the mission of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Experience No minimum experience required Preferred Qualifications Experience in pediatrics or related experience in Speech‑Language Pathology Education Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited school Certification Summary Georgia licensed Speech‑Language Pathologist American Speech‑Language Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech‑Language Pathology Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of pediatric theory and practice Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective communication of information Positive interpersonal skills and ability to function in an interdisciplinary environment Job Responsibilities Evaluates patients, meeting established standards. Develops appropriate plan of care and implements effective treatment interventions founded in evidence‑based practice so that functional outcomes are achieved. Completes documentation, meeting departmental standards for content, accuracy, and timeliness. Includes family/caregiver in patient care and provides effective education and documentation appropriate for learning needs of patient and family. Provides clinical oversight to Speech‑Language Pathology Aides, Speech‑Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow/paid clinical experience, and students as assigned. Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age‑specific guidelines, including N=Neonate (less than 30 days), I=Infant (30 days to 1 year), EC = Early Childhood (1-5 years), LC = Late Childhood (5-13 years), A = Adolescent (13-18 years), AD = Adult (greater than 18 years as applicable), and ALL = all ages. Participates in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure a continual state of accreditation readiness. Travels to clinical locations to provide patient care based on patient census, program development, and/or contract obligations with physician practices. Location 2220 North Druid Hills Road Job Family Rehab Equal Opportunity Employer Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's Healthcare of Atlanta