Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to provide personalized therapy and patient education. This full-time role at Butterworth Hospital emphasizes 1:1 patient care and includes participation in a structured residency program for professional development. Ideal candidates will have strong educational backgrounds in speech therapy and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Benefits

Generous continuing education support

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on services

Optional identity theft protection

Retirement options with contributions

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program required.
• ASHA certification registered Speech Language Pathologist is mandatory.
• BLS certification required, along with a valid Michigan driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and design treatment plans for patients.
• Provide education and therapy to restore patient functions.
• Document patient progress in compliance with medical standards.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapy Planning

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Speech Therapy

Master's Degree in Speech Therapy

Doctorate in Speech Therapy

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Summary

Provides therapy to patients based on patient need and medical direction. Provides patient/caregiver education and arranges for adaptive equipment as needed. In addition, they will also participate and complete all required components of structured residency program.

• Our therapists provide 1:1 care with our patients.
• We offer generous continuing education including a full MedBridge membership and support for advanced certifications
• As a large health system, we offer many growth opportunities
• Our Epic EMR allows for seamless care and better transparency of physician notes
• As a Not-for-Profit organization they may be eligible for debt forgiveness

Essential Functions

• Performs evaluation procedures to assess the level of disability with regard to scope of practice, goals and a plan of treatment, and to make appropriate recommendations.
• Provides a treatment program and education to restore and return maximal function to the patient. Assesses effectiveness of treatment and modifies goals / treatment methods, as needed to meet changing needs.
• Documents evaluation and treatment of each patient in compliance with department standards, medical-legal and reimbursement procedures.
• Instructs and trains other rehabilitation staff, nursing, other medical personnel and students regarding patient needs and rehabilitation services.
• Participates in ongoing process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives/improvement, program development and marketing activities.
• Demonstrates productivity as indicated by department standard.
• Improves skill areas as demonstrated by applying continuing education in-services, participating in competencies in applicable areas, and developing new concepts of patient care and additional skills with various population groups.
• Specific to Residency Program: (1) Attends all required residency meetings and functions as outlined in the Speech Therapy Residency Manual. (2) Completes assigned learning requirements as outlined in the Speech Therapy Residency Manual. (3) Ensures that services are provided in accordance with state and federal regulations, organizational policy, and accredidation/compliance requirements. (4) Ensures that documentation for activities within areas of responsibility is performed in an accurate and timely manner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Graduate of accredited speech therapy program (Required)
• Master's Degree Graduate of accredited speech therapy program (Preferred)
• Doctorate Graduate of accredited speech therapy program (Preferred)

• 2 years of relevant experience May be part of clinical education experience (Preferred)

• Speech Language Pathologist - ASHA American Speech-Language-Hearing Association 1 Year (Required)
• Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Home Care Business Lines
  Upon Hire (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association or Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days (Required)

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Inpatient Rehab SLP - Butterworth

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday (Variable)

Weekend Frequency

Every fourth weekend

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.