Speech Therapist

Job Shift: Days Job Type: Full Time Up to $8,000 SOB for qualified candidates, paid over 24 months. The Staff Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for providing therapy services, upon referral from an appropriate licensed practitioner, to patients including assessment, treatment program planning, and implementation related documentation and communication. Evaluates and treats patients in order to produce effective outcomes.

Communicates and assists in resolving problems. Demonstrates effective resource utilization that is critical to operational stability within the organization. Participates in performance improvement and program growth. Reports for scheduled shift on time and prepared to assume responsibilities. Attends and participates in meetings and is responsible for all information communicated at meetings. Adheres to Corporate, Regional, hospital and departmental policy and procedure 100% of the time.

Assists all patients, family members, physicians, visitors and employees in a professional and courteous manner. Follows Infection Control procedures at all times. Adheres to the following environmental care standards. Performs and fulfills all HICS (hospital incident command system) responsibilities, assignments, tasks, and roles as directed and needed by the facility in times of emergency and/or disaster. Responsible for knowing the Hospital’s emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code.

Demonstrates the ability to adapt to varied age-specific patient populations Complies with all policies & procedures for this position that pertain to HIPAA.

Education

Minimum: Masters Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech Language Pathology EXPERIENCE: Experience desired, but not required REQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE/REGISTRATION: Eligible for clinical fellowship year to earn ASHA Certification of Clinical Competency in Speech Language Pathology or has earned ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence Florida license or provisional license (CFY) as a Speech Language Pathologist from the Agency of Health Care Administration’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance.

Current American Heart Association BLS card #LI-TK1  Delray Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. At Delray Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals.

That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status