University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc.
Speech Language Pathologist - ENT Voice & Swallowing Program | Downtown | Days
University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc., Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
Speech Language Pathologist - ENT Voice & Swallowing Program | Downtown | Days
University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc.
Join to apply for the Speech Language Pathologist - ENT Voice & Swallowing Program | Downtown | Days role at University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc.
Overview The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is part of a team of fellows, advanced practice providers, and physicians committed to treating a range of complex adult voice, swallowing, and upper airway disorders in an outpatient medical setting. The SLP is integrated into the Otolaryngology‑Head & Neck Surgery (OTO‑HNS) division and clinic, and has a hands‑on role in the clinical and instrumental evaluation of patients. The SLP frequently works in tandem with fellowship‑trained laryngologists and head & neck oncologic surgeons, engaging in collaborative and longitudinal care of patients with voice, swallowing, and airway disorders. The SLP provides comprehensive therapy while promoting best‑practices in patient care and may participate in teaching and clinical research.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat patients referred to laryngology services for voice, swallowing, or airway concerns. This includes: Obtaining a detailed case history.
Obtaining objective measures and psychoacoustic judgments of phonatory ability.
Administering and interpreting acoustic analysis for documentation of vocal parameters.
Administering and interpreting video laryngoscopy, video nasal endoscopy, FEES, and modified barium swallow evaluations.
Utilizing electromyography machines in accordance with the laryngologist for various therapeutic tasks.
Provide pre‑treatment evaluation and counseling, and post‑treatment care for patients undergoing treatment for head and neck cancer. This includes: Pre‑ and post‑treatment swallowing evaluation for patients undergoing surgical or chemoradiation treatment of head and neck cancer.
Post‑treatment dysphagia therapy for patients requiring rehabilitation after treatment.
Pre‑operative education and counseling for patients undergoing laryngectomy, and establishing a plan of care for post‑operative laryngeal speech restoration (electrolarynx, esophageal speech, tracheoesophageal prosthesis).
Evaluating, managing, and replacing TEP voice prostheses.
Advocate for patients undergoing rehabilitation of voice, swallowing, and airway disorders; interact on their behalf with physicians, nurses, employers, and other professionals. This includes: Interpreting evaluation results for patients, families, and medical staff and making appropriate recommendations.
Developing appropriate goals for each patient and designing and executing a therapeutic program.
Making referrals for medical evaluation, audiology services, or follow‑up with other professionals when needed.
Maintain documentation and certifications required for patient care in accordance with JCAHO procedures, departmental FL‑ASHA and ASHA guidelines, and regulatory requirements from third‑party payers; meet all state requirements for continuing education.
Participate in departmental education and research efforts, including: Providing educational programs through in‑services to the rehab services department or interdisciplinary colleagues.
Supervising Level II students and utilizing diverse supervisory styles.
Assisting in the development, collection, and analysis of performance improvement data.
Perform additional duties as assigned; other responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the department or unit.
Qualifications
Prior experience in the independent evaluation and retreatment of laryngeal, phonatory, swallowing, and upper airway disorders is required.
High School Diploma or GED is required.
Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders from an accredited institution is required.
Florida Licensed Speech‑Language Pathologist and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) are required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification is required.
Eligible for licensure to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of Florida.
UFJPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industry Hospitals and Health Care
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is part of a team of fellows, advanced practice providers, and physicians committed to treating a range of complex adult voice, swallowing, and upper airway disorders in an outpatient medical setting. The SLP is integrated into the Otolaryngology‑Head & Neck Surgery (OTO‑HNS) division and clinic, and has a hands‑on role in the clinical and instrumental evaluation of patients. The SLP frequently works in tandem with fellowship‑trained laryngologists and head & neck oncologic surgeons, engaging in collaborative and longitudinal care of patients with voice, swallowing, and airway disorders. The SLP provides comprehensive therapy while promoting best‑practices in patient care and may participate in teaching and clinical research.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat patients referred to laryngology services for voice, swallowing, or airway concerns. This includes: Obtaining a detailed case history.
Obtaining objective measures and psychoacoustic judgments of phonatory ability.
Administering and interpreting acoustic analysis for documentation of vocal parameters.
Administering and interpreting video laryngoscopy, video nasal endoscopy, FEES, and modified barium swallow evaluations.
Utilizing electromyography machines in accordance with the laryngologist for various therapeutic tasks.
Provide pre‑treatment evaluation and counseling, and post‑treatment care for patients undergoing treatment for head and neck cancer. This includes: Pre‑ and post‑treatment swallowing evaluation for patients undergoing surgical or chemoradiation treatment of head and neck cancer.
Post‑treatment dysphagia therapy for patients requiring rehabilitation after treatment.
Pre‑operative education and counseling for patients undergoing laryngectomy, and establishing a plan of care for post‑operative laryngeal speech restoration (electrolarynx, esophageal speech, tracheoesophageal prosthesis).
Evaluating, managing, and replacing TEP voice prostheses.
Advocate for patients undergoing rehabilitation of voice, swallowing, and airway disorders; interact on their behalf with physicians, nurses, employers, and other professionals. This includes: Interpreting evaluation results for patients, families, and medical staff and making appropriate recommendations.
Developing appropriate goals for each patient and designing and executing a therapeutic program.
Making referrals for medical evaluation, audiology services, or follow‑up with other professionals when needed.
Maintain documentation and certifications required for patient care in accordance with JCAHO procedures, departmental FL‑ASHA and ASHA guidelines, and regulatory requirements from third‑party payers; meet all state requirements for continuing education.
Participate in departmental education and research efforts, including: Providing educational programs through in‑services to the rehab services department or interdisciplinary colleagues.
Supervising Level II students and utilizing diverse supervisory styles.
Assisting in the development, collection, and analysis of performance improvement data.
Perform additional duties as assigned; other responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the department or unit.
Qualifications
Prior experience in the independent evaluation and retreatment of laryngeal, phonatory, swallowing, and upper airway disorders is required.
High School Diploma or GED is required.
Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders from an accredited institution is required.
Florida Licensed Speech‑Language Pathologist and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) are required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification is required.
Eligible for licensure to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of Florida.
UFJPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industry Hospitals and Health Care
#J-18808-Ljbffr