Speech Language Pathologist - Auditory Verbal Therapy Program at Nemours in Orlando, Florida

Job Description:

Nemours is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist, Hearing Loss Specialist in our Outpatient Therapy Department.

This position is to support growth and advancement of the cochlear implant program and the Nemours Children's Ear Hearing and Communication Center (NCEHCC). This SLP, with focus on Listening and Spoken Language (LSLS), will provide assessment and treatment of the audition, speech, and language skills of children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, as part of the multi-disciplinary cochlear implant team. We are looking for a candidate with: Listening and Spoken Language AVT or AVEd certification, or candidates in process of or willing to pursue the certification.

This will be a position that specializes in the AVT (Auditory Verbal Therapy) population.

Located in Orlando, Fla., Nemours Children's Hospital is the newest addition to the Nemours integrated healthcare system. Our 130-bed pediatric hospital also features the area's only 24-hour Emergency Department designed just for kids as well as outpatient pediatric clinics including several specialties previously unavailable in the region. A hospital designed by families for families, Nemours Children's Hospital blends the healing power of nature with the latest in healthcare innovation to deliver world-class care to the children of Central Florida and beyond. In keeping with our goal of bringing Nemours care into the communities we serve, we also provide specialty outpatient care in several clinics located throughout the region.

Provides Speech Therapy evaluation, treatment, and consultation to patients referred to the Nemours Children's Hospital Therapeutic and Rehabilitation Services Department. Services are provided under the prescription of a physician and within the guidelines designated by departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Speech Therapist demonstrates proficiency in the care of pediatrics for patients ages birth to 21yo. May also require proficiency with neonates as required by the assigned setting.

• Demonstrates competency in pediatric Speech Therapy as per department clinical competencies.
• Staff development: assesses existing and develops new activities that promote general knowledge and professionalism within the department; participates in peer review process.
• Clinical Education: Assists in mentoring affiliating speech therapy students, new speech therapy staff, support personnel, and volunteers.
• Keeps current with trends and research in the field of Speech Therapy.
• Professional Development: Attends in-services/continuing education, provides updates in the form of in-services to associates. Participates in professional learning opportunities as required by state specifications and Nemours. Developing ties with professional organizations. Provides educational in-services and experiences to the discipline/program and outside community.
• Program Development: participates in activities to increase program use, awareness, and marketing. Attends program meetings. Contributes to achievement of department/program goals. Collaborates with community partners and participates in Speech Therapy related community events. Provides outreach assistance to outside professionals concerning children with speech therapy needs.
• Works collaboratively with other departments and specialties.
• Completes timely documentation as required by departmental policy and The Joint Commission, and CARF standards.
• Attends meetings related to patient treatment and contributes to discussion as an interdisciplinary team member.
• Maintains knowledge of insurance referral/authorization process and documentation requirements related to therapy services.

• Master's Degree required.
• Minimum of three (3) months experience required. New graduates will be considered based on educational experiences.
• Florida State License to practice Speech Language Pathology required.
• American Heart Association BLS Certification required upon hire.
• Member of professional specialty organizations (ASHA, FLASHA), preferred.
• Prior pediatrics experience preferred.
• Must be available for weekend shifts.