Description

Speech Language Pathologist
Location: Douglasville, GA
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,006 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/17/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist Profession: Speech Language Pathologist Specialty: Therapeutic Treatment Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Experience: Minimum years of experience required License: Speech Language Pathologist Certifications: Basic Life Support Must-Have: - Certified/licensed Speech Pathologist - Effective communication skills - Customer service focused - Team-oriented - Basic computer skills Description: 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 required in this role. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Implements the speech language therapy treatment plan. Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress the patient toward goals. Revises goals and plan of care with patient and family input. Provides ongoing patient and family education and training. Provides discharge instructions, follow-up, and referral to community resources as appropriate. Acts as a referral source for staff, families, and physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services. Patient Assessment: In collaboration with the physician, responsible for establishing and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals, and discharge plans for the patients related to speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing. Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members. Establishes a realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals. Documentation: 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. General Requirements: 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 and 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 in-services, 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. Customer Service: Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation, and customer service. Strives to make a difference in the lives of employees and patients. Consistently applies principles in all interactions with patients. Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support, and collaboration. Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements them appropriately. Professional Development: 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 requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam