Speech Language Pathologist (PRN)

Coal County Healthcare Authority; Coalgate (OK); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 83 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Coal County General Hospital in Coalgate, OK is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (PRN/Per Diem) to evaluate and treat patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, creating and implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, and educating patients and staff. Per diem status requires flexibility to cover varying shifts and weekends as needed.

Qualificações

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• CCC-SLP certification from ASHA required.
• Oklahoma licensure as an SLP required.
• BLS certification required.
• Clinical experience in acute care, swing bed, or LTC preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluate patients with speech, language, voice, cognition, and swallowing concerns.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on findings and goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions for speech, language, cognition, and swallowing disorders.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries per policy.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on treatment plans and safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy and other providers for coordinated care.
• Serve patients across acute and swing bed populations and participate in discharge planning.
• Adhere to hospital policies, HIPAA, infection control, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain licensure and certifications as required.

Conhecimentos

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Independent work

Per diem flexibility

Formação académica

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Oklahoma SLP license

CCC-SLP (ASHA)

BLS certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Details: Job Location: Coal County General Hospital - Coalgate, OK, Position Type: Per Diem, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Any, Position Summary

The Speech Language Pathologist (PRN/Per Diem) provides evaluation, treatment, and education for patients with communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders in a Critical Access Hospital setting, including swing bed patients. The Speech Pathologist works on an as-needed basis to support patient care and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while promoting quality of life and functional independence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients referred for speech, language, voice, cognitive, and swallowing concerns.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions for speech, language, cognition, and swallowing disorders.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with hospital, CMS, and regulatory requirements.
• Educate patients, families, and staff regarding treatment plans, swallowing safety, and communication strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy team members, and other interdisciplinary providers for coordinated care.
• Provide services to patients across the continuum of care, including acute and swing bed populations.
• Participate in discharge planning to ensure safe transition of care.
• Adhere to hospital policies, infection control practices, HIPAA, and all applicable state/federal regulations.
• Maintain professional licensure and certifications as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Clinical experience in acute care, swing bed, or long-term care preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Current Speech-Language Pathology license in the State of Oklahoma.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and staff.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Flexibility to provide services on an as-needed/per diem basis.

Work Schedule

• PRN/Per Diem – Hours and shifts will vary based on patient census and hospital needs.
• May include weekend or holiday coverage as necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to work with patients in varying levels of mobility and cognition.

Compensation

• Contract labor, PRN (per diem) pay rate.
• No benefits are associated with this position.

Qualifications: Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Clinical experience in acute care, swing bed, or long-term care preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Current Speech-Language Pathology license in the State of Oklahoma.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and staff.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Flexibility to provide services on an as-needed/per diem basis.

Work Schedule

• PRN/Per Diem – Hours and shifts will vary based on patient census and hospital needs.
• May include weekend or holiday coverage as necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to work with patients in varying levels of mobility and cognition.

Compensation

• Contract labor, PRN (per diem) pay rate.
• No benefits are associated with this position.