Speech Language Path PRN

HCA Healthcare; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase

Fertility assistance

Telemedicine

Job summary

Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS, seeks a Speech Language Pathologist PRN to provide patient-centered care for communication, cognitive, and swallowing impairments. You will assess patients, set goals, and educate families and staff as part of the care team.

The role requires KS licensure, CCC-SLP, and BLS. You will collaborate with the Rehab Director and physicians to determine appropriate placements and ensure high-quality therapy services.

Qualifications

• Licensed as Speech-Language Pathologist in Kansas.
• CCC-SLP certification through ASHA.
• Current BLS verification for healthcare providers.
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a subjective assessment of patients' speech-language abilities during spontaneous conversation.
• Administer objective tests to assess communication assets and liabilities.
• Structure and implement individualized therapy programs to improve communication.
• Evaluate patient progress regularly and adjust treatment as needed.
• Document progress, notes, charges, discharge notes, and patient communications.
• Consult with Program Director and Rehab Physician/Medical Director regarding pre-screen assessments and placements.

Skills

Kansas SLP licensure

CCC-SLP ASHA Certification

BLS Certification (AHA/Red Cross)

Hospitals/Medical setting experience

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Speech Language Path PRN? At Wesley Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Wesley Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Speech Language Path PRN like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Speech Therapist provides high-quality, patient-centered care by developing and conducting individualized therapy programs for patients with communication, cognitive, and/or swallowing impairments. As a member of the health care team, the Speech Therapist performs comprehensive patient assessments and establishes appropriate treatment goals. The Speech Therapist serves as an educator to patients, families, students and colleagues.

What you will do in this role:

• You will conduct a subjective assessment of assigned patient’s speech language abilities during spontaneous conversation. You will administer objective tests to assess patient’s communication assets and liabilities.

• You will structure and implement individualized patient program to improve communication abilities.

• You will evaluate patient regularly during treatment and adjust program as needed to maximize patient progress.

• You will document progress in patient’s chart. You will complete notes, charges, discharge notes and patient communication.

• You will consult with Program Director and Rehab Physician/Medical Director regarding pre-screen assessments and physician consultations to determine appropriate placement of potential patients.

What qualifications you will need:

• Current Speech Language Pathology licensure in the state of Kansas

• Certificate of Clinical Competence through ASHA in Speech Language Pathology New graduates require Certificate of Clinical Competence through ASHA within 18 months of employment

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) verification course through American Heart Assoc. or American Red Cross - Healthcare Provider CPR

• Masters of Arts or Science in Speech Language Pathology

For more than 100 years, Wesley Healthcare has provided exceptional care to thousands of families in Wichita and throughout Kansas and Northern Oklahoma. Wesley Medical Center (https://wesleymc.com/locations/wesley-medical-center/) is a member of the Wesley Healthcare network within Greater Wichita and has been an HCA Healthcare hospital since 1985.

Our physicians treat more than 24,000 patients annually , making Wesley Medical Center the most preferred hospital in Kansas and northern Oklahoma. Additionally, our obstetricians and childbirth staff deliver more than 6,000 babies each year , more than any hospital in a 13-state region.

Home to Wesley Children's Hospital (https://wesleymc.com/locations/wesley-childrens/) , the region's first and Wichita's only children's hospital, we care for children in a unique space designed specially for kids and their families. And as a Level I Trauma Center (https://wesleymc.com/specialties/trauma-center?location=wesley-medical-center) and the only Level II Pediatric Trauma Center in Kansas , we are prepared to treat any medical emergency, any time of day.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Speech Language Path PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.