Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.
Speech Language Pathologist - WMCG Augusta - PRN
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc., Augusta, Georgia, United States, 30910
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. is looking for Speech Language Pathologist - WMCG Augusta - PRN in Augusta, GA. This local job opportunity with ID 3474982650 is live since 2025-12-13 06:18:31.
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what’s possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people’s lives.
Work Shift
Job Summary The speech language pathologist evaluates patients and develops the speech/language plan of care in the areas of speech, language, voice, cognition and swallowing in collaboration with the physician. 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
Implements the speech language therapy treatment plan
Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient toward 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
In 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
Documents 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
Adheres 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 ID badge appropriately
Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members
Attends and participates in staff meetings, required inservices, 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
Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service
Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients
Encourages a positive environment and experience for co‑workers and patients
Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration
Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately
Participates 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
Masters Speech Pathology
Accredited Program Speech Pathology
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
SLP - Speech Language Pathologist
BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
Effective communication skills, customer service, team oriented and basic computer skills.
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
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How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what’s possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people’s lives.
Work Shift
Job Summary The speech language pathologist evaluates patients and develops the speech/language plan of care in the areas of speech, language, voice, cognition and swallowing in collaboration with the physician. 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
Implements the speech language therapy treatment plan
Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient toward 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
In 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
Documents 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
Adheres 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 ID badge appropriately
Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members
Attends and participates in staff meetings, required inservices, 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
Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service
Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients
Encourages a positive environment and experience for co‑workers and patients
Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration
Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately
Participates 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
Masters Speech Pathology
Accredited Program Speech Pathology
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
SLP - Speech Language Pathologist
BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
Effective communication skills, customer service, team oriented and basic computer skills.
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Veritone to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer’s data processor SonicJobs. See Wellstar Health System, Inc. Privacy Policy at https://www.wellstar.org/financial-policy-and-privacy-info and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/privacy-policy and Terms of Use at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/terms-conditions
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