Speech Therapist (Pediatrics) at Holy Cross Hospital

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech Therapy, Pediatrics, Evaluations, Treatment Plans, Goal Setting, Patient Discharge, Family Input, Health Equity, Individualized Assessments, Functional Treatment, Progress Assessments, Communication, Holistic Care, Compassionate Care, Therapeutic Space, Health Disparities

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health. Job Description Position Purpose Speech Therapist (Family Life Center) - to create a distinctive and exceptional therapeutic space for infants and children that will improve their health and quality of life. Improving access and opportunity to children from poor communities with limited resources will be instrumental in improving health equity and decreasing disparities. This uniquely created area will design and implement programs to improve the individual child’s areas of need and increase overall function and participation. Individualized assessments, treatment plans, progress assessments and goals will be monitored at each session with family input and in accordance with each child’s abilities towards achieving optimal function and movement and prevention of injury. What you will do: *Evaluations are conducted with thoroughness and efficiency, including appropriate tests and measurements. * Sets functional, realistic, and measurable goals and the patient demonstrates consistent achievement of those goals. * Designs a functional treatment plan that is reflective of prescribed therapy and incorporates applicable reimbursement issues. * Re-evaluates and discharges patients within appropriate time frames. Minimum Qualifications: Education & Qualifications * Florida state licensure in State of Florida is required. * MA/MS degree in Speech/Language Pathology is required. *Pediatric experience preferred. * Must currently hold or be in the process of completion of Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY). Position Highlights and Benefits Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance. We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners. Ministry/Facility Information: Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health. We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic person-centered care. We are the only Catholic hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties and are not for profit. We are part of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Together, we serve people and communities in 21 states from coast to coast, providing nearly 2.8 million visits annually. Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of work Retirement savings program with employer matching Legal Info We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

The Speech Therapist will conduct thorough evaluations and create individualized treatment plans for infants and children. They will monitor progress and adjust goals to improve health and quality of life.