Outpatient/Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist at Phoebe Sumter in Americus

Overview

Overview:Position: Phoebe Sumter Medical CenterLocation: Americus, GeorgiaExperience: Experienced Speech Language Pathologist with 1 year outpatient experience preferred. Open to new graduates as wellEmployment Type: Full-Time/ Part Time/ PRNInnovative Therapy Concepts (ITC) is a physical therapist-owned and operated therapy management organization founded by Joe Sapp, PT, in 2006. We are currently seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our growing team and provide high-quality care across two locations in the Cordele community.

We are looking for a clinician who is passionate about helping patients improve their communication, cognition, swallowing, and overall quality of life. Outpatient experience is preferred, and we welcome therapists who enjoy working with a variety of patient populations.

 

📍 Phoebe Sumter – Americus

This position will primarily provide outpatient speech therapy for adults, with opportunities for some inpatient coverage as needed.

 

What You’ll Do:

 

As an SLP with ITC, you will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other speech-language pathologists. You will encounter a wide range of diagnoses and have the opportunity to evaluate and treat patients with:

• Speech and language impairments
• Cognitive-communication disorders
• Swallowing and dysphagia
• Airway disorders
• Clinical voice and resonance disorders
• Communication impairments across a variety of diagnoses and age groups

Responsibilities may include evaluating patients, developing individualized treatment plans, administering speech and language therapy programs, monitoring progress, and collaborating with other members of the healthcare team.

 

Experience or competency with instrumental swallowing assessments, including Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBS) and/or Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES), is a plus.

 

 

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary plus weekly productivity bonus
• Excellent benefits package, including 401k with company match - Vested from day one
• $1,000 continuing education allotment
• Reimbursement for licensure and membership dues
• Wellness Program where we reimburse up to $30 a month towards gym membership as well as participation in active community events (5 K’s/Fun Runs/Mud Runs/Triathlons/etc.)
• Clinical Mentorship targeting the development of your clinical skillset
• Career Development through the ITC Elevate Program focused on both personal and professional growth. We seek to promote from within ITC!
• Referral Program issuing up to $8,000 for the referral of another team member
• Team-focused approach as there is interdisciplinary collaboration as well as active communication with many healthcare providers

We Are Seeking:

• Speech Language Pathologist with a strong drive to learn and grow - enhance your clinical skills while working with an experienced team
• Candidate with a strong emphasis on patient care, quality, outcomes, and efficiency
• Graduate from a ASHA accredited Speech/Language pathology Program with Master’s Degree.
• Must be certified (CCC) by the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association, or meets the educational requirements for certificate and in the process of accumulating the supervised experience for certification within completion in one year.
• Responsible individual with a solid work ethic
• Excellent communication and people skills

Responsibilities

Responsibilities: 

• Appropriately assesses and examines patients with varying diagnoses according to SLP scope of practice.
• Treats patient within the SLP scope of practice.
• Teaches patients how to use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assistive apparati.
• Provides education to patients, caregivers and associates regarding SLP interventions, safety, community resources and outcomes.
• Recommends appropriate adaptive equipment for ambulation and functional mobility.
• Coordinates and leads groups.
• Attends and participates in care planning meetings as assigned.
• Communicates and collaborates with all customers and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintains gym area and equipment.
• Contributes to profits and revenues including marketing and productivity.
• Participates in budget development and cost saving efforts.
• Serves on performance improvement teams.
• Participates in community services.
• Provides care and documentation in accordance with regulatory, legal, and reimbursement guidelines.
• Accepts responsibility for own growth and development through inservices, required programs and continuing education.
• Complies with all established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains CPR certification.
• Assumes responsibility for completing all assignments and tasks in a timely and cost efficient manner.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

 

Qualifications/Core Competencies:

Adaptability

adapts to changes in the work environment

manages competing demands

accepts criticism and feedback

changes approach or method to best fit the situation

 

Business Ethics and Compliance

upholds organizational values

performs duties in an ethical manner

understands and respects patients’ and customers’ rights

adheres to rules, regulations and policies

operates within scope of position

 

Customer Service

displays courtesy and sensitivity

manages difficult or emotional customer situations

meets commitments

responds promptly to customer needs

solicits customer feedback to improve service

 

Dependability

responds to requests for service and assistance

follows instructions, responds to management direction

takes responsibility for own actions

commits to doing the best job possible

keeps commitments

meets attendance and punctuality guidelines

 

Safety and Security

observes safety and security procedures

determines appropriate action beyond guidelines

uses equipment and materials properly

reports potential unsafe conditions

 

Communications

expresses ideas and thoughts verbally

expresses ideas and thoughts in written form

exhibits good listening and comprehension

keeps others adequately informed

selects and uses appropriate communication methods

 

Cooperation

establishes and maintains effective relations

exhibits tact and consideration

displays positive outlook and pleasant manner

offers assistance and support to co-workers

works cooperatively in group situations

works actively to resolve conflicts

 

Initiative

volunteers readily

undertakes self-development activities

seeks increased responsibilities

takes independent actions and calculated risks

looks for and takes advantage of opportunities

asks for help when needed

 

Job Knowledge

competent in required job skills and knowledge

exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills

keeps abreast of current developments

requires minimal supervision

displays understanding of how job relates to others

uses resources effectively

 

Judgment

displays willingness to make decisions

exhibits sound and accurate judgment

supports and explains reasoning for decisions

includes appropriate people in decision making process

makes timely decisions

 

Planning and Organization

prioritizes and plans work activities

uses time efficiently

plans for additional resources

integrates changes smoothly

sets goals and objectives

 

Problem Solving

identifies problems in a timely manner

gathers and analyzes information skillfully

develops alternative solutions

resolves problems in early stages

works well in group problem solving situations

 

Quality

demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness

displays commitment to excellence

looks for ways to improve and promote quality

applies feedback to improve performance

monitors own work to ensure quality

 

Use of Technology

demonstrated skills

adapts to new technologies

troubleshoots technological problems

uses technology to increase productivity

keeps technical skills up to date

 

Technical Competencies:

• Use of intranet, Microsoft Outlook, Current EMR, MD Portal, Lawson, NetLearning, Microsoft Office Products, therapy related equipment, software and patient education resources.
• Daily operation and basic maintenance of office equipment and machines such as phone system, fax, copier, etc.

 

Management Rights:  Nothing in this position description restricts management’s rights to assign or reassign competencies, duties and/or responsibilities to this job at any time.

 

Physical/Mental/Cognitive/Requirements of Position:

The physical, mental, and cognitive requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential competencies/functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential competencies/functions.

 

Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines, equipment and tools, which may include computer, printer, facsimile machine, copier, calculator, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. Must be able to exert up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally and/or up to ten (10) pounds frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work with continuous up and down movement from chair.

 

Mental Requirements: Requires the ability to learn and understand relatively complex principles and techniques; to make independent judgement in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation. Requires the ability to record and deliver information to explain procedures, to follow verbal and written instructions.

 

Environmental Demands: Physical surroundings are pleasant and comfortable with minimal exposure to injury or other hazards.

 

Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers or assistants.

 

Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to write with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice.

 

Intelligence: Requires the ability to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.

 

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to understand and follow both verbal and written instructions.

 

Numeric Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; determine percentages; determine time and weight.

 

Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect item for proper length, width and shape.

 

Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hand and eyes in using machines, equipment and tools

 

Manual Dexterity: Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

 

Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades.

 

Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people in situations involving more than giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.

 

Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear; (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear or other devices).