Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

Empower Voices and Connections in the Vibrant City of Atlanta, Georgia Your Journey as a Speech Language Pathologist Begins Here

Overview

Imagine a career that not only amplifies voices but also instills purpose in every spoken word. As a Speech Language Pathologist in the bustling city of Atlanta, a place renowned for its cultural vibrancy and warm Southern charm, you'll engage in work that transcends addressing communication and swallowing challenges. Here, youll play a pivotal role in unlocking potential, reinstating self-assurance, and fostering meaningful bonds, whether youre guiding a child's first speech sounds or assisting an elder on their journey to regain independence.

This position presents an exceptional chance to cater to a diverse clientele from various backgrounds and stages of life, marrying outpatient therapy with occasional inpatient intervention. Your passion for pediatric language development, adult neurogenic speech issues, or geriatric cognitive-linguistic therapy will find a rich and satisfying expression in this supportive environment.

Description

• Conduct assessments for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, employing standardized tests and observational methods.
• Create tailored therapy plans that meet both immediate and extended communication, cognitive, and swallowing challenges.
• Engage in individual speech therapy sessions focusing on language, communication, fluency, voice, and swallowing skills.
• Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals, including physical and occupational therapists, nurses, doctors, and family members to create integrated care approaches.
• Educate patients and their families to promote progress beyond therapy sessions.
• Participate in occasional inpatient evaluations and therapy to ensure a seamless treatment continuum.
• Document services promptly and accurately in accordance with regulatory and organizational protocols.
• Remain at the forefront of your field through ongoing education and collaborative learning with peers.

Education

• Earned Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a supervised Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY), if not yet ASHA-certified.

Certifications

• Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist .
• Preferred: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of employment commencement.

Skills

• Expert familiarity with evidence-based modalities for all age groups, combined with a firm grasp of developmental and acquired speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Exceptional communication skills, fostering collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Ability to modify therapeutic interventions to reflect the diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds of clients.
• Strong clinical decision-making and analytical skills.
• Proficient in electronic medical records and compliant with documentation requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflective of experience.
• Flexible work hours to promote a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
• Opportunities for specialization in pediatrics, adult neuro rehabilitation, or geriatrics.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday remuneration.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Financial support for continued education and professional growth.
• A supportive, team-centric workspace that emphasizes shared learning and quality care.

In this position, youll go beyond offering speech therapy youll integrate into a community-oriented mission that seeks to restore voices, enhance communication capabilities, and create joy through the basic yet profound acts of understanding and connection.

You will join a team of clinicians who approach each other with camaraderie, in an environment that prioritizes collaboration over competition. Every patient brings a narrative, and we invite you to help them narrate it beautifully.

The spirit of Atlanta resonates with creativity and a lively culture that melds traditional Southern hospitality with the dynamism of a modern metropolis. This city, renowned for its rich history and colorful neighborhoods, offers a perfect backdrop for those seeking a blend of professional opportunity and personal fulfillment.

Families explore parks filled with flowering trees, engage in spirited community festivals, and partake in Atlanta's wide-ranging culinary scene, from award-winning restaurants to delightful street fare. Nature enthusiasts can find respite along the Chattahoochee River and in the expansive state parks surrounding the city.

The cultural tapestry of Atlanta is woven with festivals celebrating music, art, and history, where diverse voices join to uplift and inspire. Plus, with a lower-than-average cost of living and a lack of state income tax, Atlanta is a haven for professional growth in a thriving healthcare sector.

Whether you're early in your career or a veteran ready for a change, this environment offers abundant potential for growth both as a professional and an individual.

We invite applications from Speech Language Pathologists who arent just focused on results, but also on empathy and understanding. If you see the shy child as a canvas awaiting vibrant expression or the stroke survivor's words as a testament to resilience, we want you here.

Whether you are a pediatric expert eager to explore adult speech challenges or a neurologic specialist wanting to incorporate early intervention practices, your unique aspirations will be welcomed.

If youre ready to engage with compassion and lead with your expertise, were excited to have you join our family.

If you believe that speech goes beyond mere sound, and therapy transcends tasks if you see trust and joy as vital components of success then consider this opportunity as your next vocational chapter.

Join us in a community that passionately values communication, connection, and the bravery it takes to begin anew. Apply today and be part of a team where youll not only find your voice but assist countless others in discovering theirs.