Speech Language Pathologist

Detroit Medical Center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan in Detroit, Michigan, seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist for PRN days to diagnose and treat speech, language, swallowing and cognitive disorders, using a range of assessments. You will document progress and contribute to the inter-disciplinary rehab team.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Michigan licensure, CCC, and 6–12 months of experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology required.
• Current license to practice in Michigan required.
• CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competence) required or eligible.
• Six to twelve months additional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat speech, language, swallowing and cognitive disorders.
• Develop and administer treatment plans and home programs.
• Counsel and educate patients and families on communication and swallowing skills.
• Document diagnostic reports and progress notes; code for billing; participate in rounds.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communications

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology

Job description

DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefit Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Description / Responsibilities

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, diagnoses and treats speech, language, swallowing and cognitive disorders. Diagnoses speech, language, cognitive and oral-pharyngeal swallowing disorders utilizing a variety of tests such as articulation, language, voice/resonance, fluency, cognitive communications skills, etc. Researches and analyzes patients’ medical history from test performances, medical records and case histories. Utilizes information to diagnose and treat patients. Designs treatment plans and administers treatment to patients with speech, language and oral-pharyngeal swallowing disorders. Counsels, educates and advises patients and their families regarding communicative, cognitive and swallowing functioning, and develops home programs for patient as needed. Documents diagnostic reports and therapeutic progress notes according to departmental procedures; codes information for billing purposes to ensure maximum reimbursement from third party payers. Participates as a member of the inter-disciplinary rehabilitation team; attends chart rounds and departmental meeting. Provides presentations and/or in-service education to professional staff, students, outside community, etc. May instruct and monitor speech and language pathology interns. Enhances professional expertise through seminars, workshops, conferences, reading, professional organizations, etc.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology.
• Current license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in the State of Michigan.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech and Hearing Association.
• Six to twelve months additional experience preferred.

Skills Required

• Interpersonal skills needed to effectively interact with patients, families, students and other hospital/site personnel.
• Verbal and written communications skills needed to write reports and make presentations.
• Analytical skills to interpret diagnostic tests, assess patient progress towards communication goals, and to determine appropriate functional communication levels.

Facility Description

DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan is one of the nation’s largest hospitals specializing in rehabilitation medicine and research. RIM is known for its clinical expertise in spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, amputee, orthopedics and catastrophic injury care. The Institute houses the Center for Spinal Cord Injury Recovery and the Southeast Michigan Traumatic Brain Injury System (SEMTBIS), one of only 16 federally designated model systems of care for brain injury care and research. RIM also operates 31 outpatient sites throughout southeast Michigan specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics.

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Job: Rehab (Speech Therapy)

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan

Job Type: PRN

Shift Type: Day

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.