Speech Therapist PRN

About the role

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for performing comprehensive patient evaluations of cognitive-communication, swallowing, voice, speech, hearing, and/or language, as ordered by physicians. This role is responsible for all aspects of patient care including evaluation, plan of care, treatments, education of patient/family, communication with physicians, and documentation of patient care.

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 evaluations, accurately and communicate results timely to all appropriate members of the healthcare team
• Formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluate effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology required
• Current SLP license in state of Tennessee required
• AHA BLS certification required within 30 days of employment
• Interpersonal skills to successfully interact with Patient, Staff, Physicians, Community required

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology required
• Current SLP license in state of Tennessee required
• AHA BLS certification required within 30 days of employment
• Interpersonal skills to successfully interact with Patient, Staff, Physicians, Community required

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay
• Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.