Speech Therapist PRN

About the Role

We have an exciting PRN opportunity for a Speech Therapist to join Parkridge Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare, the nation's leading provider of healthcare services. As a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), you will perform comprehensive patient evaluations and provide treatment for cognitive-communication, swallowing, voice, speech, hearing, and language disorders.

Responsibilities

• Complete video fluoroscopic swallow studies according to policy and procedure in a safe manner.
• Develop and implement effective treatment programs in consultation with physicians.
• Treat patients in accordance with Speech/Language Pathology standards of care and practice.
• Perform evaluations such as bedside swallowing assessments and communicate results timely to the healthcare team.
• Formulate teaching plans based on identified learning needs and evaluate their effectiveness, including family as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology.
• Current SLP license in the state of Tennessee.
• AHA BLS certification within 30 days of employment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, staff, physicians, and the community.

Benefits

Parkridge Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, and long- and short-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, and certification support.
• Fertility and family-building benefits, adoption assistance, and life insurance.
• Supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, and identity theft protection.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

About Parkridge Medical Center

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital located near downtown Chattanooga, offering comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These include cardiovascular surgery, cancer treatment, intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, rehabilitation, neurosurgery, OB-GYN services, a Level III NICU, and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." – Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr., HCA Healthcare Co-Founder