Speech Pathologist

Overview

This is an outpatient role. Approx hours are 8am-5pm.

Provides speech-language pathology services by coordinating consultations and diagnostic evaluations with patients having known or suspected communication disorders and/or oropharyngeal dysphagia; interpreting assessment data; planning and performing speech-language pathology treatment intervention programs when appropriate that restore function, prevent disability and help patients reach maximum potential. Provides patient care to all age groups including neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric. Responsible for supervision of rehabilitation technicians, students, and observers.

May be responsible for orientation and ongoing guidance of assigned staff.

Education

• Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders from an accredited graduate school – Required

Licenses and Certifications

• CCC – Clinical Speech Pathologist from the American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association (ASHA) – Required
• Licensure by the Georgia Board of Examiners of Speech/Language Pathology – Required
• BCLS – Basic Life Support through AHA or ARC – Required

Business Unit:
Company Name:
Piedmont Newton Hospital