Acute Care Speech-Language Pathologist (PRN) – Onsite

UCHealth; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital in Highlands Ranch, CO is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for an on-site Acute Rehab unit. This PRN, days shift role involves evaluating patients, developing and implementing personalized therapy plans, and educating patients and families on communication and swallowing strategies.

Collaboration with physicians, nurses and therapists is essential to deliver holistic care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Current Colorado license to practice Speech Pathology.
• BLS or CPR certification for Professional Rescuer, card in-hand before start date, valid through 60 days after hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients' speech, language, voice, and related abilities.
• Create and implement personalized therapy plans based on assessments and patient goals.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication or swallowing disorders, prognosis, therapy techniques and home practice.

Job description

UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital in Highlands Ranch, CO is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for an on-site Acute Rehab unit. This PRN, days shift role involves evaluating patients, developing and implementing personalized therapy plans, and educating patients and families on communication and swallowing strategies.

Collaboration with physicians, nurses and therapists is essential to deliver holistic care.