Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care (PRN)

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

A rehabilitation hospital in Saginaw, Michigan is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for acute care. The role entails evaluating patient needs, planning and executing therapy programs, and collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech Pathology, possess state licensure, and maintain BLS certification. This is a per diem position with responsibilities including documentation and patient education, adhering to healthcare standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Prepare individualized speech therapy treatment plans in accordance with regulations.
• Collaborate with patients and families to evaluate conditions and set goals.
• Document all patient progress as per reimbursement guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient needs for speech therapy.
• Formulate and administer treatment programs in adherence with ASHA standards.
• Provide education regarding speech-language pathology procedures.

Skills

Speech therapy evaluation

Patient care

Treatment goal establishment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation skills

Patient and family education

Education

M.S. or M.A. in Speech Pathology from an accredited program

Licensure in U.S. States and Territories

BLS certification

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care (PRN)

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist
Primary Location: Mary Free Bed at Covenant: 700 Cooper Ave
Department Name: Acute Care
Employment Type: Resource
Shift: Per Diem

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Assumes full responsibility for evaluating patient’s need for speech therapy, planning and executing individual treatment programs in accordance with ASHA and SLP scope of practice.
• Provides patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of license and state regulations.
• Evaluates patient condition and establishes treatment goals collaboratively with patient, family, and treatment team.
• Creates and administers written treatment plans, delegating responsibilities to Speech Assistants as appropriate.
• Re‑evaluates patient status and treatment effects; revises treatment plans and reviews revised goals with patient and family.
• Assesses need for medical equipment, orders appropriate equipment, evaluates its use, and instructs patients, families, and staff.
• Participates in discharge planning and communicates with patient, family, community support services, and environmental limitations.
• Demonstrates competence in required software and hardware.
• Documents patient status and progress through initial evaluation, progress notes, and discharge summary according to reimbursement guidelines.
• Communicates and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to integrate speech‑language pathology services.
• Participates in conferences and discussions as needed, exchanging written records with other team members.
• Provides patient and family education, including written instructions on speech‑language pathology procedures.
• Attends meetings and in‑services as designated.
• Follows all hospital policies including patient confidentiality and infection control.
• Meets or exceeds program productivity expectations.
• Adheres to Mary Free Bed Standards of Behavior when working with patients, coworkers, and community members.
• Supports program operations as assigned.

Essential Job Qualifications

• M.S. or M.A. in Speech Pathology from an accredited university program.
• Licensure required in every U.S. State and Territory where the therapist practices, meeting individual state law requirements.
• For Medicaid billing in specific states, SLP‑CCC certification is required (DC, NC, WV, KY, MN, NE, KS, NM, NV, ID).
• Possesses and maintains BLS certification to meet department/program protocol.

Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification

• Remain in a stationary position: None.
• Traverse or move around work location: Occasionally.
• Use keyboard: Occasionally.
• Operate or use department specific equipment: None.
• Ascend/Descend equipment or ladder: None.
• Position self to accomplish essential functions: Occasionally.
• Receive and communicate information: Frequently.
• Transport, position, and/or exert force:
• Up to 10 pounds: Frequently.
• Up to 25 pounds: Occasionally.
• Up to 50 pounds: Occasionally.
• Up to 75 pounds: Occasionally.
• More than 100 pounds: Occasionally.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital provides reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless it would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

Mary Free Bed is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristic.