Speech Pathologist / Clinical Fellowship Year

Do you thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment? At Emory Johns Creek Hospital, we’re more than a healthcare provider — we’re a family of professionals committed to providing highest level of care and creating a supportive environment where new clinicians can grow and thrive. We believe in giving our Clinical Fellows not only the tools to succeed, but also the mentorship and encouragement to help you become the clinician you’ve always dreamed of being.

Why choose our Clinical Fellowship program?

• Supportive Mentorship: You’ll be paired with a certified and passionate CF mentor who truly cares about your success.
• Meaningful Clinical Variety: Work in a dynamic acute care hospital setting that offers exposure to a wide range of diagnoses and therapy needs. You’ll gain hands-on experience treating patients with dysphagia, cognitive-linguistic disorders, aphasia, voice disorders, and those with tracheostomies—preparing you to work confidently across diverse care areas.
• Advanced Diagnostic training: Be trained and conduct instrumental swallow studies, including FEES (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) and MBS (Modified Barium Swallow)
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values interdisciplinary work, innovation, and continuous learning. You’ll be surrounded by experienced SLPs who are eager to guide and support you through every step of your CFY.
• Ongoing learning and career development: Offer structured opportunities for continued education, skill refinement, and specialty exposure to help you build the foundation for a fulfilling, long-term career as a medical Speech-Language pathologist.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in the acute care setting? Apply now and be part of our mission to improve lives through exceptional patient care and scholarly projects!

Additional information can be found on our program website: https://www.emoryhealthcare.org/locations/hospitals/emory-johns-creek-hospital/slp-clinical-fellowship

JOB DESCRIPTION: Training position which provides clinical experience in evaluation and treatment of patients with voice and swallowing disorders. Successful completion leads to qualification for licensure to operate as independent Speech Language Pathologist. Provides opportunities and benefits of academic research with Otolaryngology residents and Voice Center faculty. Under the supervision of licensed Speech Language Pathologist, performs and documents various tests to evaluate and monitor speech and swallowing patients in the clinical setting including baseline and specialized voice and laryngeal testing including flexible and rigid endoscopic laryngeal imaging; FEES and FEESST studies; modified barium swallow studies; acoustic and aerodynamic voice assessments; voice and swallowing evaluations and therapy; and Botox use for treatment of voice abnormalities. Communicates care plans, counsels and handles patient questions. Interprets and communicates results and patient care options to physicians and ensures patients clearly understand diagnosis and treatment plans. Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development and enhancement of clinical skills. Maintains and enhances knowledge and technical skills by engaging in continuing education activities. Attends educational in-services as appropriate. Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments. Interacts in a multidisciplinary voice clinic staffed by specialists in Laryngology, Speech Language Pathology, and the singing voice. Performs work as assigned in a state of the art voice laboratory under the mentorship of the Voice Center staff. Effectively presents information and responds to questions from groups of managers, clients, patients, and the general public.Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of an accredited graduate program in Speech Language Pathology at Master's Degree Level. Must present a strong academic background and solid recommendations from graduate training program and supervisors during clinical practicum. Georgia Paid Clinical Experience (PCE) license required. BLS Certification required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.