Speech Language Pathologist

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist Location: Macon, GA Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Days Weekly Gross: $2,242 (including stipends) Duties Evaluates, plans, directs and administers programs of Speech Language Pathology (SLP) in an inpatient acute level setting, upon referral by the physician. Plans and conducts SLP programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. Provides direct therapy services to patients admitted to a level of care where service provision is required 7 days a week, including holidays. Evaluates patients, selects and administers assessment techniques, synthesizes information to establish appropriate patient care plan to include necessary modalities, procedures, exercise programs, therapeutic groups and patient education as warranted by a holistic view of the patient's diagnosis, condition, age, and discharge needs. Gathers and interprets appropriate data from the medical record, physician reports, patient, and/or family as evidenced by documentation. Documents evaluations, tests, progress notes, daily treatment notes, attendance records, patient/family education, outcomes, discharge notes, and charges as needed. Communicates patient’s evaluation and subsequent progress to physician, referral sources, and other clinical staff, coordinates patient’s schedule and treatment programs, and discharge planning. Physical Requirements Hearing (corrected) adequate for oral/aural communication. Vision (corrected) adequate for reading. Intelligible speech and adequate language/cognitive skills to perform job duties. Sitting, standing, and walking required throughout the day. Job duties sometimes require climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, bending; on occasion, crouching, crawling and reaching overhead. Lifting of patients, equipment or supplies will be required up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers. Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, goggles, gowns, and masks are sometimes required due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids. Work is in a fast‑paced clinical environment. The work environment is primarily indoors but occasionally outdoors. Specialty/Unit Must be comfortable evaluating and treating patients with swallowing and/or cognitive deficits. Certification, Licensure and Experience Requirements Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology program required. Georgia license for Speech Language Pathology required. BLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) required. Shift Schedule Day shift – 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (presents opportunities for weekend/float/on‑call requirements if applicable). Schedule Notes Interview required. Travel contract length: 13 weeks. #J-18808-Ljbffr