Acute Care Speech Language Pathologist PRN

Intermountain Healthcare; Town of Brighton (NY); On-site; USD 59,236 - 90,921; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat disorders of speech, language, cognitive communication, voice, and swallowing at Platte Valley Hospital in Brighton, CO. This PRN/as-needed role requires weekend coverage every third weekend, with shifts up to four hours per day.

You will collaborate with care teams, educate patients and families, mentor students and new hires, and participate in multiple professional meetings to support high-quality,

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Communication Disorders/Speech Language Pathology or equivalent.
• Current licensure in state of practice.
• ASHA CCC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat disorders of speech, language, cognitive communication, voice, and swallowing.
• Consult, educate, and train patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with care teams and stakeholders to deliver quality patient-centered care.
• Participate in patient care conferences and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Support teaching and mentoring of students and new hires.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Detail oriented

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Compassion

Education

Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Job Description:The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing and treating disorders of speech, language, cognitive communication, voice, and swallowing. In addition, this position is responsible for consulting, educating and training patients, families, and caregivers and for collaborating with care teams and stakeholders to deliver quality, patient centered care.Schedule: PRN/as needed. This position requires every third weekend (Saturday and Sunday) , with shifts of up to four hours each day .Essential FunctionsProvides skilled, quality clinical services utilizing standard of care, and evidence and outcomes-based practices, with appropriate goals, duration, and intensity of service.Complies with system and regulatory requirements and guidelines for documentation, billing, and working hours.Maintains effective and appropriate communication and relationships with peers, patients, families, caregivers and both internal and external stakeholders.Participates in mentoring and supervision of students and new hiresParticipates in patient care conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, staff meetings, and necessary professional and work groups in collaboration/consensus with leaderParticipates in continuous improvement initiatives as part of the Intermountain Operating ModelPromotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service standards.Meets established productivity/efficiency standards for the department or service line.Participates in and promotes continuing education opportunities for self and staff, seeking new learning opportunities according to licensure requirements.SkillsVerbal and Written CommunicationVersatilityInterpersonal CommunicationCritical ThinkingDecision MakingDetail OrientedTime ManagementQuality ImprovementAdaptabilityActive ListeningDependabilityCompassionQualificationsMaster's Degree in Communication Disorders/Speech Language Pathology or equivalentCurrent licensure in state of practiceASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) PreferredPhysical RequirementsEmployees need to see and read information, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients, and visitors require employees to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc.If driving is required, current driver's license, insured, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving recordLocation:Platte Valley HospitalWork City:BrightonWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:0The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$43.09 - $66.47We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice.