NICU Speech Language Pathologist

NICU Speech Language Pathologist

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 speechlanguage abilities during

spontaneous conversation. You will administer objective tests to assess the patient s communication assets and liabilities.

You will structure and implement an individualized patient program to improve communication

abilities.

You will evaluate the patient regularly during treatment and adjust the program as needed to maximize patient progress.

You will document progress in the patient s chart. You will complete notes charges discharge notes and patient communication.

You will consult with the Program Director and Rehab Physician/Medical Director regarding prescreen assessments and physician consultations to determine the appropriate placement of potential patients.

Requirements

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

Benefits

SHIFT: Fulltime Days (Rotating Weekends)

Compensation: $36.62$48.93/hr based on years of exp