Speech Lang Pathologist PRN -Acute Anderson

Community Health Network; Anderson (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist in Anderson, Indiana. This role focuses on evaluating and delivering therapy for speech, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.

Qualified candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Speech Pathology along with a valid Indiana license. Experience in acute care and effective communication skills are essential for this position, which aims to enhance patient care in our community.

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana Speech Language Pathologist license required.
• Previous SLP experience in an acute care setting.
• Knowledge of video swallow evaluation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and provide therapy for speech/language disorders.
• Communicate effectively with staff, peers, and patients.

Skills

Knowledge in anatomy/physiology

Effective communication

Therapeutic techniques

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

Join our community

Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state‑of‑the‑art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Make a Difference

The Speech Language Pathologist role evaluates, plans, and provides therapy for speech/language, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing disorders.

Exceptional Skills and Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Speech Pathology required
• Must have a valid Indiana Speech Language Pathologist license, Certificate of Clinical Competence required
• Previous SLP experience in an acute care setting
• Video Swallow experienced preferred (MBSImp training a plus); FEES experience not required but also a plus; Level 2 NICU experience a plus or willingness to be trained
• Must be knowledgeable in anatomy/physiology, evaluation and therapy, theoretical concepts and techniques, current materials and technological advances, and new professional trends
• Will effectively provide quality service to impaired individuals and communicate effectively with staff, peers, patients, families, physicians, and all internal/external customers
• Has the ability to incorporate a basic understanding of the behaviors, developmental needs, physical needs, emotional needs, and comfort of the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient will help