Speech Language Path; Per Diem- Health Outpatient Rehab

Overview

ORLANDO HEALTH – HEALTH CENTRAL HOSPITAL located in Ocoee, Florida, is a 252-bed comprehensive medical and surgical acute-care facility serving the residents of west Orange County for more than 70 years. Services range from 24/7 emergency care to heart and vascular and stroke care, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic surgery and more. The hospital has earned accreditations and designations in many specialty services, including bariatric, spine, stroke, hip replacement and knee replacement.

It has been recognized as a High Performing Hospital in diabetes, heart attack and heart failure by U.S. News & World Report for  and received an “A” Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2023.

Orlando Health – Health Central is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities across Florida. The organization’s 27,000+ team members uphold a 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to patients, families and communities served. Orlando Health offers benefits that begin on day one, including career-growing education programs and wellness services.

“Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” reflects the organization’s commitment to its employees.

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages with varying acuity levels.

• Evaluates patients, gathering data from the patient, physician, interdisciplinary team meetings (if available), family and significant others, and other data sources.
• Develops treatment plans which integrate with the continuum of care and have specific goals and objectives; demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned caseload.
• Assesses data reflective of the patient’s status and interprets information needed to identify age-specific requirements; provides care as delineated in departmental policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates competency in the use, care and maintenance of profession-specific equipment, observing safety precautions, and providing verbal explanations of the equipment and its purpose.
• Re-evaluates and modifies treatment plans and goals when appropriate; prepares written documentation as required by the department and the care team.
• Recognizes and communicates when the patient has received optimal benefit from speech therapy.
• Ensures accurate billing.
• Adheres to State Practice Act and Standards of Practice.
• Maintains regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies and applicable federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

• Participates in Performance Improvement, program development, student supervision, assigned committees, safety and infection control, as required.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Attends rehabilitation meetings, in-services, and any patient care meetings required for the assignment.
• Practices efficient use and selection of supplies and equipment; instructs support personnel in their duties as necessary.

Master’s degree in speech/language pathology from an approved program. Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) may apply.

• Certificate of Clinical Competence or active engagement in the Clinical Fellowship Year requirements.
• Maintains current Speech Language Pathologist license in the State of Florida; provisional license is acceptable.
• Maintains current BLS/Health Care Provider Certification.

One year of adult experience.