SLP - Geriatric Care | Day Shift, Chattanooga

Ascension Living; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 47,885 - 70,023; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling and peer support

Job summary

Ascension Living is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist in Chattanooga, TN, to perform therapy interventions and educate patients and families about treatment plans. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree, a BLS Provider certification, and relevant experience.

This position involves maintaining clinical records and assisting with patient discharges, focusing on geriatric patient care. Competitive hourly wages between $34.76 and $50.83 are offered.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 1 month of hire.
• Speech-Language Pathologist credential required before hire.
• 1 year of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform therapy interventions as needed for patient conditions.
• Educate and counsel patients and families about treatment plans.
• Maintain clinical records and improve performance per guidelines.
• Assist with patient discharges from therapy services.

Skills

BLS Provider certification

Therapy techniques

Patient education

Clinical record maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Ascension Living is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist in Chattanooga, TN, to perform therapy interventions and educate patients and families about treatment plans. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree, a BLS Provider certification, and relevant experience.

This position involves maintaining clinical records and assisting with patient discharges, focusing on geriatric patient care. Competitive hourly wages between $34.76 and $50.83 are offered.