Speech-Language Pathologist, Part-Time (64hr pp), CCC Required, Bronson Lakeview Hospital **$10[...]

Bronson Healthcare; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus of $10,000

Job summary

Bronson Healthcare is seeking a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist at Bronson Lakeview Hospital, responsible for evaluating and treating patients with speech and language disorders. Offering a sign-on bonus of $10,000, the role includes interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Communication Disorders, a valid Michigan license, and CCC certification. Flexibility for weekend and holiday shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communication Disorders required.
• Valid Michigan Speech‑Language Pathology license needed.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat speech and language disorders.
• Document evaluations and treatment plans.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning.

Skills

Effective teamwork and communication

Social sensitivity

Keyboarding skills

English communication skills

Education

Master of Science or Arts Degree in Communication Disorders

License in Speech‑Language Pathology in Michigan

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)

BLS certification

Job description

Title

Speech‑Language Pathologist, Part‑Time (64 hr pp) – CCC Required – Bronson Lakeview Hospital. Sign‑On Bonus $10,000.

Location

BLH Bronson LakeView Hospital.

Clinical Duties

• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning.
• Interpret and implement referrals; evaluate patient functional status and therapeutic needs through standardized assessment and testing.
• Establish education and treatment plans.
• Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Customize diagnostic and treatment practices to meet specific needs of persons served, including age, developmental status, gender, cognitive ability, learning style, cultural and language background, impairments, activity limitations, participation restrictions, environment, and family/caregiver/spouse.
• Screen for hearing issues as part of the evaluation.
• Provide in‑services in areas of expertise for the Bronson Rehabilitation System.
• Deliver direct patient care according to treatment plan; facilitate and instruct patients in necessary skills for successful participation.
• Develop programs and participate in department process improvement.
• Serve as a resource person in areas of expertise.
• Provide cross‑training coverage in other departments within Rehabilitation Services as needed.
• Educate patients and families.
• Set patient care goals and determine therapy duration through plan of care.
• Perform video swallow studies when applicable per site.

Administrative Duties

• Document evaluations, patient treatment plans, treatments, and progress; indicate condition relative to established goals and adapt treatment plan to enhance therapy potential.
• Document in the electronic health record per compliance timelines.
• Communicate to leadership limitations that prevent timely documentation.
• Participate in process improvement.
• Provide in‑services in areas of expertise for both Bronson and the community.
• Serve on committees and task forces.
• Supervise students and volunteers.
• Demonstrate time‑management skills.

Home Health Requirements

• Possess current Michigan driver’s license, availability of care for business use daily, and proof of auto insurance.
• Drive own vehicle to perform business for Bronson; required to pass MVR check before start date.
• Provide proof of valid auto insurance for the vehicle used while on duty; renew as necessary and update Bronson with new coverage.

Qualifications

• Master of Science or Arts Degree in Communication Disorders from an accredited Speech‑Language Pathology program with ESB certification.
• License in Speech‑Language Pathology in good standing for the State of Michigan.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA.
• Updated NPI number; social security number provided for enrollment.
• BLS certification within 3 months after hire.
• Keyboarding skills to operate PC/mobile device.
• Positive background check and fingerprinting (where required).
• Availability to work weekends and/or holidays as part of rotation.
• Effective teamwork and communication with patients, visitors, and care delivery team.
• Social sensitivity and English communication skills.
• Ability to perform tasks involving standing, walking, light‑weight lifting (≤20 lbs), and occasional heavier lifting or patient assistance.

Shift

Variable.

Time Type

Part‑time.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32.