Impactful Speech Therapist: Restore Communication

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Jonesboro, AR seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) to evaluate and treat patients following a written plan of care. The role includes discharge planning, documentation, and collaboration with caregivers and staff.

The position may involve supervising clinical students and support staff, while complying with ethics and departmental policies. BLS certification is required within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited SLP Program.
• Basic computer literacy (keyboard, mouse, navigating sites).
• SLP-CCC licensure required or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
• Communicates results of the evaluation to patient and other caregivers.
• Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
• Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
• Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and reassesses patient's functional status as needed.
• Provides discharge planning information including education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
• Contributes to the development of staff and students.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

Graduate of an accredited SLP Program

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Jonesboro, AR seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) to evaluate and treat patients following a written plan of care. The role includes discharge planning, documentation, and collaboration with caregivers and staff.

The position may involve supervising clinical students and support staff, while complying with ethics and departmental policies. BLS certification is required within 14 days of hire.