Speech Language Pathologist

Parkridge Health System; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to perform comprehensive evaluations of cognitive-communication, swallowing, voice, speech, hearing, and language, and to manage all aspects of patient care.

You will work in collaboration with physicians, families, and the healthcare team to develop treatment plans, document care, and educate patients. A Master’s in SLP and Tennessee licensure are required, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology required.
• Current SLP license in Tennessee required.
• AHA BLS certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations of cognitive-communication, swallowing, voice, speech, hearing, and language as ordered by physicians.
• Develop and implement treatment plans in consultation with physicians.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

State licensure as SLP in TN

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized.

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for performing comprehensive patient evaluations of cognitive-communication, swallowing, voice, speech, hearing, and/or language, as ordered by physicians. You will be responsible for all aspects of patient care including evaluation, plan of care, treatments, education of patient/family, communication with physicians, and documentation of patient care.

What you will do in this role

• You will complete video fluoroscopic swallow studies according to policy and procedure in a safe manner
• You will develop and implement effective treatment programs in consultation with physicians.
• You will treat patients in accordance with Speech/Language Pathology standards of care and practice.
• You will perform evaluations such as bedside swallowing evaluations, accurately and communicate results timely to all appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• You will formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluate effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.

What qualifications you will need

• Interpersonal skills to successfully interact with Patient, Staff, Physicians, Community
• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology
• Current SLP license in state of Tennessee
• AHA BLS certification within 30 days of employment

Benefits

Parkridge 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 benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital. We are near downtown Chattanooga. We feature comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These services include cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment. These services include intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. The facility includes a state of the art neurosurgery program. Patients also have access to OB‑GYN services. Patients have access to a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. They also have access to (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

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