Clinical Speech-Language Pathologist | Direct Patient Care

1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patient populations according to competency levels in the Speech Therapy & Audiology department.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with clinical staff to ensure quality outcomes. A strong focus on education for patients and families accompanies therapy services.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required upon hire.
• Licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Kentucky required upon hire.
• BLS - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care.
• Maintains clinical records.
• Follows performance improvement recommendations.
• Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans.
• Performs skill proficiency requirements as related to experience.
• Aids with department maintenance.
• Utilizes equipment and materials according to standards and identifies new resources for budget planning.
• Assists with data collection for performance improvement projects.
• Supervises graduate students during clinical rotations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Under pressure

Minimal supervision

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Master's degree or higher in related field

Job description

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patient populations according to competency levels in the Speech Therapy & Audiology department.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with clinical staff to ensure quality outcomes. A strong focus on education for patients and families accompanies therapy services.