Speech & Language Pathologist PRN, As Needed

Norton Healthcare; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate speech therapy for patients from newborns to seniors. You will document treatments and outcomes while coordinating care across the care team.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, National certification with state licensure, and includes responsibilities for education of patients and families, plus potential clinical leadership duties in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Certified Speech-Language Pathologist (National) must be obtained within 24 months of hire; state licensure required.
• Active licensure in Speech-Language Pathology (State) is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient and family speech therapy needs for neonate to geriatric patients.
• Maintain documentation of patient treatments and progress.
• Provide education to patients, families and other health care providers.
• Coordinate patient care and assume clinical leadership responsibilities as needed.

Education

Master Degree

Speech Language Pathology (National) Certification

Speech Language Pathology (State) License

Doctorate Degree

Job description

Responsibilities

The role of the Speech Language Pathologist is to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient/family speech therapy needs for patients aged neonate/infant (birth to 1 year), pediatric (1-12 years), adolescent (12-18), adult (18-65 years), and geriatric (over 65 years); maintains documentation on patient treatments. The Speech Language Pathologist will evaluate, assess, plan, and implement treatment according to the findings. Addresses educational needs for patients, families, and other health care providers; manages patient care assignments as well as other organizational tasks related to patient and departmental operations; acts in a clinical leadership role; applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interactions; performs other related duties as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master Degree
• Certified Speech Language Pathology (National) Must obtain Certified Speech Language Pathology (National) within 24 months of hire. AND Speech Language Pathology (State)

Desired:

• One year speech/language pathology in a healthcare setting
• Doctorate Degree