Speech Language Pathologist
Job in
West Georgia, Franklin County, Vermont, USA
Listing for:
Wellstar Health System
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Speech Pathologist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
80000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: West GeorgiaWellstar West Georgia Medical Center is a leading provider of healthcare services in the west Georgia region. With a commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care, Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient surgery, rehabilitation services, and more. The hospital is staffed by a team of experienced and dedicated professionals who are committed to providing the best possible care to their patients.
Job Description The Speech Language Pathologist at Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center is responsible for evaluating patients and developing speech/language plans of care in the areas of speech, language, voice, cognition, and swallowing in collaboration with physicians. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost-conscious, quality-focused, and customer-oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also required in this role.
Core
Responsibilities and Essential Functions
Patient AssessmentIn collaboration with the physician, responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals, and discharge plans for the patients as related to speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing.Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members.Establishes realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals.Treatment Planning and Provision of CareImplements the speech language therapy treatment plan.Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals.Revises goals/plan of care with patient/family input.Provides ongoing patient/family education and training.Provides discharge instructions, follow-up, and referral to community resources as appropriate.Acts as a referral source for staff, families, physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services.DocumentationDocuments the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelines.Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols.Completes and submits family education, discharge, and other required documentation within facility and program guidelines.General RequirementsAdheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity, and honesty.Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying appropriately.Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members. Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.Observes infection prevention precautions.Customer ServiceStrives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation, and customer service. Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients.Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support, and collaboration.Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately.Professional DevelopmentParticipates in professional development and mandatory education activities.Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure.Participates in orientation and training of new employees.Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements.Required
Minimum Education - Graduate from an accredited speech-language pathology program.
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or other related degree.
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) Required Minimum Skills
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