The Speech Pathologist evaluates patients' speech, language, cognitive, feeding, swallowing, and oral motor competencies in order to provide an effective plan for therapeutic intervention that meets patients' needs. Confers with patients and family members regarding their disability and prognosis and communicates with members of the rehabilitative team on treatment plans. Assists radiologists in performing modified barium swallow studies, participates in educational and continuous quality improvement programs, performs other duties as assigned by department management according to the policies and procedures and the mission of Woman's Hospital. Performance of duties will be in accordance with the Code of Ethics as set forth by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

Requirements:

• Master's degree in speech/language pathology from an accredited college or university
• Louisiana state licensure
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech/Language Pathology by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• Experience treating communication and infant feeding disorders.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies patient needs and initiates plan of care in a timely manner.
• Recommends, counsels, and assists in the development of a treatment plan with physicians, parents, patients, educators, and other health professionals adhering to patient's rights issues.
• Reports test results in a completed evaluation form in 48 hours or less utilizing a concise reporting format. Sends physician letter explaining results and outlining treatment plan.
• Compiles data and statistical information for program development and accountability records.
• Understands developmental speech and motor milestones.
• Demonstrates understanding of pre-term infant behavior and development and abnormal vs normal speech development.
• Performs therapeutic procedures appropriately and handles child safety throughout treatment.
• Understands infant oral motor development, anatomy, and feeding skills. Understands interrelationship of anatomical structure, medical status, and development factors.
• Any other duties as assigned by Woman's Hospital.

Schedule:

Part-Time

Tuesday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Pay Range:

Hourly/Non-Exempt

$33.00 - $49.00; based on work experience

A Work Experience with Purpose

Woman’s is one of the largest specialty hospitals for women and infants in the United States. We are recognized throughout the country for our innovative programs, and we pride ourselves in surpassing the expectations of those we serve. Providing exceptional patient care and creating exceptional patient experiences are at the center of what we do at Woman’s. Our team consistently exceeds state and national benchmarks for patient satisfaction. 

Our employees, organizational culture, mission, vision, values, and benefits make Woman’s a best place to work. In fact, for the 16th year in a row, Woman’s has been recognized as a Best Place to Work by Modern Healthcare – making us the only healthcare organization to earn the distinction every year since the program’s inception. We are proud of the level of care our staff provides to our patients and each other. 

If you have any questions or would like to connect with one of our recruiters directly, please e-mail josie.graham@womans.org< /a>" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hrjobs@womans.org

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Woman’s Hospital. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.