NICU Speech Language Pathologist

NICU Speech Language Pathologist Margate FL

The Speech Therapist provides highquality patientcentered care by developing and conducting individualized therapy programs for patients with communication cognitive and/or swallowing impairments. As a member of the health care team the Speech Therapist performs comprehensive patient assessments and establishes appropriate treatment goals. The Speech Therapist serves as an educator to patients families students and colleagues.

Job responsibilities

• You will conduct a subjective assessment of the assigned patient s speech language abilities during spontaneous conversation. You will administer objective tests to assess the patient s communication assets and liabilities.
  
• You will structure and implement individualized patient program to improve communication abilities.
  
• You will evaluate patient regularly during treatment and adjust program as needed to maximize patient progress.
  
• You will document progress in patient s chart. You will complete notes charges discharge notes and patient communication.
  
• You will consult with Program Director and Rehab Physician/Medical Director regarding prescreen assessments and physician consultations to determine appropriate placement of potential patients.
  

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  
• Speech Pathologist
  
• Bachelors Degree
  
• NICU experience required
  

MUST HAVE AT LEAST 1 YR OF SLP NICU EXP

SHIFT: Fulltime Days (Rotating Weekends)

Additional Information

Compensation : $36.62 $40.82 $48.93 based on years of exp

Requirements