Speech Language Pathologist PRN

BHS; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Preventive Plan

Retirement Plans

Job summary

Baptist Health Rehab Services in Lexington, KY is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to identify, assess, and treat patients with cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders. The role includes educating patients and caregivers and conducting comprehensive evaluations across age groups.

The SLP must hold a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, be CCC-SLP eligible/obtained within deadlines, and maintain KY licensure and ASHA certification, with BLS within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• CCC-SLP must be obtained within 9 months for full-time employees and 18 months for part-time employees
• Current and valid license to practice Speech-Language Pathology in the state of Kentucky
• Maintain Certification of Clinical Competence from the ASHA
• Must obtain BLS within 30 days

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and treat patients with cognitive-communication and/or swallowing disorders.
• Provide counseling/education to patients, caregivers, and staff regarding cognitive-communication and/or swallowing disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for adults with cognitive-communication disorders and for neonates, infants, pediatrics, and adults with feeding/swallowing disorders.

Skills

CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA Certification

BLS within 30 days

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Baptist Health Rehab Services provides a full range of physical, occupational, and speech therapy services for all ages. Our therapists and assistants are trained in treating neurological, orthopedic, vestibular, lymphedema, pediatrics, industrial medicine, swallowing, and speech and language disorders.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Full-time, Days

Job Description:

• The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for identifying, assessing, and treating patients with cognitive-communication and/or swallowing disorders.
• The SLP also provides counseling/education to patients, caregivers, and staff regarding cognitive-communication and/or swallowing disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for adults who exhibit cognitive-communication disorders and for neonates, infants, pediatrics, and adults who exhibit feeding/ swallowing disorders.

Requirements:

• Masters Degree-Speech Language Pathology
• Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) Must be obtained within 9 months for fulltime employees and 18 months for part-time employees.
• Current and valid license to practice Speech-Language Pathology in the state of Kentucky
• Maintain Certification of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Must obtain BLS within 30 days

Benefits:

• Preventive Plan
• Retirement Plans

Work Experience

Education

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.