Speech Language Pathologist

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

Overview

Your future role at a glance

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Facility: Alexian PACE

Department: Therapy PACE

Schedule: Day | PRN

Salary range: $34.76 - $50.83 per hour

Benefits

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well‑being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Responsibilities

• Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Educate and counsel patient and family regarding treatment plans.
• Maintain clinical records and follow performance improvement recommendations.
• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from speech therapy services. Provide information regarding appropriate support programs.

Minimum Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 month of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Speech‑Language Pathologist credentialed from the American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. A provisional license will be accepted until license is issued. License must be obtained within 12 months of hire date or job transfer date.

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

• 1 year of experience required.

Additional Preferences

Experience in the geriatric population.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights poster or the EEO Know Your Rights poster.