Speech Language Pathologist Acute

Ascension; Bartlesville (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Well-being resources

Job summary

Ascension in Bartlesville, OK, is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for the Physical Therapy department. The role focuses on assessing and treating patients to improve communication, cognition, and swallowing, with emphasis on education and family support.

Required: Oklahoma-licensed SLP and BLS within 30 days of hire; Bachelor's degree is required and a Master's is preferred. This PRN/Days schedule reflects a part-time commitment in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in Oklahoma prior to hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead personalized assessments and therapeutic interventions to help patients regain communication, cognitive, and swallowing functions.
• Educate and counsel patients and families to support recovery.
• Document patient care journeys to support high-quality, data-informed decisions.
• Coordinate discharge planning and connect families with community resources for home safety.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Bartlesville, Ok

Facility: Jane Phillips Medical Center

Department: Physical Therapy

Schedule: PRN | Days

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead personalized assessments and therapeutic interventions to help patients regain vital communication, cognitive, and swallowing functions.
• Empower patients and their families through clear education and compassionate counseling, ensuring they feel confident and supported throughout the recovery journey.
• Document patient care journeys with precision to ensure accurate, high-quality records that drive data-informed treatment decisions.
• Coordinate thoughtful discharge transitions and connect families with community resources to ensure long‑term success and safety at home.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Speech‑Language Pathologist credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Speech language pathologist provisional license will be accepted until license is issued. License must be obtained within 12 months of hire date or job transfer date.

Education

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

Benefits that help you thrive

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

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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 (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.