PRN Acute Care SLP: Swallow & Communication Rehab

University Hospitals Pain Management; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

University Hospitals Pain Management is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist in the inpatient acute care setting to support the adult care service line and FT staff PTO, call-offs, and census needs. Modified Barium Swallow experience is a plus and may enhance clinical contributions.

The role involves evaluating speech, language, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing abilities, directing patient participation, and coordinating discharge planning within the care continuum.

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in the state of practice.
• Acute care clinical experience preferred.
• Modified Barium Swallow experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and conducts the Speech-Language Pathology plan of care for adults in acute care.
• Directs patient participation to improve speech, language, cognition, and swallowing.
• Performs evaluations and develops treatment plans within the care continuum; participates in discharge planning.
• Educates patient and family on treatment and health information.
• Performs documentation, billing support, and department-related tasks.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Clinical assessment

Job description

University Hospitals Pain Management is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist in the inpatient acute care setting to support the adult care service line and FT staff PTO, call-offs, and census needs. Modified Barium Swallow experience is a plus and may enhance clinical contributions.

The role involves evaluating speech, language, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing abilities, directing patient participation, and coordinating discharge planning within the care continuum.