Speech Pathologist Outpatient Neuro - Austell
Company: Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.
Location: Marietta
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
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 Day (United States of
America) Overview 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.
Responsibilities Core Responsibilites and Essential Functions
Patient Assessment * 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. Treatment
Planning and Provision of Care * Implements the speech language
therapy treatment plan * Selects appropriate treatment activities
to progress patient towards 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. 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/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 Customer Service *
Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology,
innovation and customer service. Strives to make a difference in
the lives of our employees and patients. * Consistently applies
AIDET 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
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 hospital and/or system mandatory requirements Required
for All Jobs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all
WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of
conduct. Qualifications Required Minimum Education Graduate from an
accredited speech-language pathology program. Required and Master's
Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or other related degree.
Required Required Minimum Experience Required Minimum Skills
Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team
oriented, and basic computer skills. Required Minimum License(s)
and Certification(s) Speech Language Pathologist Required Basic
Life Support Required BLS - Instructor Required BLS - Provisional
Required Additional Licenses and Certifications Join us and
discover the support to do more meaningful workâand enjoy a more
rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in
Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
Keywords: Wellstar Health Systems, Inc., Marietta , Speech Pathologist Outpatient Neuro - Austell, Healthcare , Marietta, Georgia
