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PRN rate $60.50 hourly plus shift differential.

Are you an experienced and passionate Speech-Language Pathologist looking to make a real impact? Come join us at Emory Johns Creek Hospital! We believe in the power of collaboration and the importance of continuous learning and growth. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the best rehab team, nurses, physicians, and other care team members to provide the highest level of patient care. You'll not only advance your own clinical skills but also help others grow. Apply today and become part of this amazing hospital. 

• Administers comprehensive clinical services to patients; provides testing, analyses and evaluations of seriously ill patients or those having complex medical problems and formulates a treatment plan which is consistent with the patient's needs.
• Assists in supervising staff and students and in developing in-service training programs for continuing staff development.
• Maintains an established inventory of supplies; ensures the proper use and maintenance of equipment and maintains a work area which is free of debris and clutter.
• Communicates regularly with members of the patient care team, the patient, family members and others involved with the patient's care.
• Responds to requests for professional information or advice and refers complex matters to the appropriate staff.
• Instructs and trains patient and family regarding pertinent aspects of the patient's care.
• Assesses the patient to provide a diagnosis and to identify problems.
• Plans treatment schedules to ensure optimal use of staff and equipment in providing high quality patient services.
• Plans, develops and implements a result-oriented treatment plan responsive to the individualized needs of the patient and includes clear, measurable goals.
• Modifies the treatment plan according to the patient's responses.
• Provides direct patient care; performs specialized treatments according to the patient's individualized plan of care.
• Collaborates with other members of the patient care team and uses community resources to plan for the continued care, support and follow-up of the patient after discharge.
• Follows established protocols for documentation specific to the program/setting.
• Accurately records daily charges for services rendered.
• Practices organizational and universal standards for sterile technique and infection control in carrying out daily responsibilities including the proper cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment and instruments.
• Conducts in-service programs, provides other staff with training and serves as a clinical instructor to students.
• Attends team conferences to promote an interdisciplinary approach to patient care; works cooperatively with other team members to maintain consistency in the provision of high quality, results oriented services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current licensure in Speech-Language Pathology in the state of Georgia.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology issued by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• One year of Speech-Language Pathology experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.