Inpatient Speech-Language Pathologist: Rehab Impact

uoflhealth; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health in Louisville, KY seeks a therapist at the Frazier Rehab Institute - UMC to evaluate and treat patients, develop treatment plans, and coordinate discharge planning as part of an integrated rehab team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, therapists, and staff to deliver high-quality, cost-efficient care in a busy academic health system. Requires licensure eligibility and BLS.

Qualifications

• Education: BS, MS or Doctorate level degree from accredited college or University (required).
• Experience: Varies based on programmatic needs (required).
• Licensure: Licensed or eligible in Kentucky or Indiana (required).

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and implements therapy treatment and performs regular re-assessments to maximize functional independence.
• Communicates patient status to physicians and therapy customers.
• Maintains effective relationships with patients, families, and staff.
• Understands financial implications of treatment costs and provides cost-effective programming.
• Ensures documentation and patient charges comply with regulatory standards.
• Supervises rehab technicians and students.
• Participates in program development and performance-improvement activities.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Documentation

Regulatory compliance

Time management

Education

BS/MS/Doctorate in relevant field

Job description

UofL Health in Louisville, KY seeks a therapist at the Frazier Rehab Institute - UMC to evaluate and treat patients, develop treatment plans, and coordinate discharge planning as part of an integrated rehab team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, therapists, and staff to deliver high-quality, cost-efficient care in a busy academic health system. Requires licensure eligibility and BLS.