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Speech Pathologist
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$81,531 / year median in Georgia
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Job Number:
34804Location:
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Street Address:
417 W 3rdAve City, State:
Albany, Georgia Zip Code:
31701Department:
PPMH OP SPEECH THERAPY
Shift:
Days Job Type:
Full timePosted Date:
2026-08-11Job Description Summary:
JOB SUMMARY
Provide therapy for patients who demonstrate deficits with feeding/swallowing and communication disorders. Provide instruction/supervision of student interns. Use equipment/technology to achieve the best outcomes. Document all treatment sessions per department procedure after each encounter.Description:
Description- External
JOB SUMMARY
Provide therapy for patients who demonstrate deficits with feeding/swallowing and communication disorders. Provide instruction/supervision of student interns. Use equipment/technology to achieve the best outcomes. Document all treatment sessions per department procedure after each encounter. Qualifications- External
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology (Required)EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 2
- 3 years Diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of typical disorders including articulation, language, voice and fluency. (Preferred) 2
- 3 years Knowledge of developmental norms, language acquisition, and early intervention. (Preferred) 2
- 3 years Experience with a range of ages including neonates-geriatrics. (Preferred) 2
- 3 years Behavioral management. (Preferred) 2
- 3 years Patient/caregiver counseling.