Acute Care Inpatient Speech-Language Pathologist

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health seeks a licensed Therapist at University Hospital - UMC in Louisville, KY to evaluate patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and coordinate discharge planning. The role includes regular re-assessments, documentation, and collaboration with physicians, therapists, and staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include supervising rehab technicians and students, participating in program development, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards while

Qualifications

• Education: BS, MS or Doctorate from an accredited college or university (required).
• Experience: varies by setting; required as appropriate to role.
• Licensure: Licensed or eligible in Kentucky or Indiana (required).
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by AHA (required).

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and implements therapy treatment plans with regular re-assessments.
• Communicates patient status to physicians and therapy customers timely.
• Supervises rehab technicians and students per policy and law.
• Participates in program development and performance improvement activities.
• Ensures documentation and charges comply with regulatory standards.

Skills

Therapy evaluation

Communication

Staff supervision

Cost awareness

Team collaboration

Education

BS/MS/Doctorate

Job description

UofL Health seeks a licensed Therapist at University Hospital - UMC in Louisville, KY to evaluate patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and coordinate discharge planning. The role includes regular re-assessments, documentation, and collaboration with physicians, therapists, and staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include supervising rehab technicians and students, participating in program development, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards while